Mission
Project GREEEN produces industry-driven research and outreach that works to enhance plant agriculture through:
- Developing research and educational programs in response to industry needs.
- Ensuring and improving food safety.
- Protecting and preserving the quality of the environment.
Vision
Project GREEEN, Michigan’s plant agriculture initiative housed at Michigan State University, is a cooperative effort by plant-based commodity groups and businesses in cooperation with Michigan State University AgBioResearch, Michigan State University Extension and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development to advance Michigan’s economy through plant-based agriculture.
2025 Project GREEEN Workshop Videos
To view videos of the presentations for campus-based faculty and academic staff, as well as MSU Extension field staff, click here.
News
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Michigan Rep. Julie Brixie touts MSU research as essential to maintaining state’s agricultural diversity, identity
Published on February 12, 2026
Michigan Rep. Julie Brixie, 73rd District, advocates for MSU research, outreach to boost Michigan agriculture economy. -
MSU research bolsters Michigan blueberry industry
Published on February 10, 2026
Michigan State University and the Michigan blueberry industry partner to advance one of the nation's leading blueberry growing states. -
Michigan Rep. Jerry Neyer says MSU agriculture research is ‘a small investment with a great return’
Published on February 5, 2026
From a farming background to his role as chair of the Michigan House Agriculture Committee, Rep. Jerry Neyer is passionate about moving the agriculture industry forward.


