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August is for seed treatment
Published on August 1, 2025
Register today for in-person or virtual seed treatment education opportunities coming up in August. -
Core Upgrades Pave Way for Spartan Science
Published on August 1, 2025
Major investments are accelerating research capabilities right here in PSM -
MSU’s Wheat Team Visits UK’s Premier Arable Farming Event
Published on August 1, 2025
The team participated as part of the Great Lakes Yield Enhancement Network (YEN), engaging with some of the most innovative wheat growers in the world -
The Michigan lavender harvest is underway
Published on August 1, 2025
Learn more about this floral culinary ingredient by visiting a farm near you. -
USDA closes Regional Food Business Center Program, halting funding and support for Great Lakes Midwest Farmers
Published on July 31, 2025
The Great Lakes Midwest Regional Food Business Center formed to offer coordination, technical assistance, and capacity building opportunities for farmers, producers, and other food business owners in support of a more resilient and competitive food system. -
Biosystems Engineering Students Win Awards at the International Association for Food Protection Annual Meeting
Published on July 31, 2025
The International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) Annual Meeting took place in Cleveland, Ohio. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – July 30, 2025
Published on July 31, 2025
Cooler days are ahead as harvest ramps up. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 31, 2025
Published on July 31, 2025
Seed development started in soybeans, and corn is at early kernel development. Upcoming cool temperatures will be conducive for disease progression, so keep an eye out for tar spot in corn and late blight in potatoes. -
Be prepared: Create a family emergency plan
Published on July 31, 2025
Disasters can occur any time or place. Be ready with a family emergency plan—preparation is vital to safety and well-being. -
Mark your calendars to see sustainable cropping systems in action
Published on July 30, 2025
Attend the annual Long-Term Agroecosystem Research field day on Sept. 4, 2025, to learn about sustainable cropping systems in action.