News

New eastern tent caterpillar video from MSU Extension

Published on May 8, 2026
Learn how to stop the tents before they start.
MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program offers Core Review training for pesticide applicators

Published on May 5, 2026
New pesticide safety training service offers 4-hour Core Review sessions to support pesticide applicator certification preparation and provide up to 4 RUP recertification credits.
Counseling services for Michigan agricultural workers resume with federal support

Published on April 28, 2026
Counseling services for Michigan’s agricultural community have been restored following a lapse in funding that left many without support.
Ringing in spring with a peep! Getting to know the spring peeper

Published on April 23, 2026
Don’t be fooled by its small stature—Michigan’s smallest frog also happens to be the loudest.
Registration now open for the 2026 MSU Extension Agritourism Summit

Published on April 13, 2026
The 2026 Summit will bring farmers, business owners, community leaders and tourism professionals together to explore collaborative strategies that strengthen Michigan’s agritourism economy.
There is still time to report large or significant water use

Published on April 3, 2026
Agricultural water users in both Indiana and Michigan are required to report their water use for water sources with the capacity to pump 70 gallons per minute.
MSU education, research helping grow mass timber building industry in Michigan and beyond

Published on March 17, 2026
MassTimber@MSU delivers education, research, outreach, communications and policy advocacy to advance sustainable mass timber construction.
Sharpen your skills with MSU Extension pruning workshops

Published on March 3, 2026
Join MSU Extension this April for four pruning workshops in southeast Michigan.
MSU Forestry Innovation Center explores maple sap through a One Health lens

Published on January 14, 2026
Researchers across forestry, health sciences and microbiology are exploring new uses for maple sap beyond the syrup bottle, including as a hydration beverage for cancer survivors.