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New LakeCare initiative expands MSU Extension’s shoreline stewardship work in northern Michigan

Published on August 21, 2026
New funding will strengthen shoreline conservation efforts among state, Tribal and federal partners while supporting the creation of an MSU Extension shoreline educator position.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 20, 2026

Published on August 20, 2026
Seed corn approaches harvest. Potato growers met to discuss late blight identification and management in response to last week’s confirmation of late blight in St. Joseph County.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 13, 2026

Published on August 13, 2026
Seed and kernel fill are progressing in corn and soybeans. Late blight discovered in St. Joseph County.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 6, 2026

Published on August 6, 2026
Most soybeans and corn are moving into seed fill stages.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 30, 2026

Published on July 30, 2026
Soybeans are in pod or seed formation stages.
Can irrigation or rain clear wildfire smoke?

Published on July 27, 2026
Understanding water as a tool for clearing the air.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 23, 2026

Published on July 23, 2026
Most soybeans are in pod formation, and many corn acres have tassels and silks out.
Get the latest cover crop tips at MSU Extension Field Crop Virtual Breakfast

Published on July 21, 2026
Brooke Wilke from the long -term agroecosystem research experiment will talk about cover crops on July 30.
Upper Peninsula lakes invited to join MiCorps “Exotic Aquatic Plant Watch” program for free in 2026

Published on July 17, 2026
Public eyes on the water are critical for early detection of invasive species in northern Michigan lakes.
The milfoils: The good, the bad, and the ugly

Published on July 17, 2026
Discover the differences between Michigan’s native, beneficial watermilfoil plant species and their non-native counterparts.