December 2008

• MSU Extension Names Ivan Central Region Director
• February Conference Features Leader in Winery Establishment Planning
• MAES Research Shows Cover Crops, Composting Offset Carbon Loss From Corn Stover Ethanol Production 
• MAES Researchers Collaborates in 1st Study on Nutrient Quality of Fast-Food Kids' Meas
• Tree Fruit School Set for February
• Tenth Annual Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference Set for Jan. 31
• Youth Entrepreneurs Sessions Offered at Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference
• Make Your 2009 New Year's Resolution to Clean up Your Horse's Environment
• Explore Opportunities for Bioenergy at March Conference
• Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show Set For Jan. 20-22
• MSU Extension Grain Marketing Program Set for Jan. 20
• ANR in the News 12 16 08
• MSU Hosts 8th Annual Animal Welfare Competition; MSU Undergraduate Student Wins Division
• New Cookbook Makes Taste Buds and Waistlines Merry
• Michigan 4-H Dairy Youth Programming Benefits From A.I. Industry Support
• GLRDC Offers Variety of Workshops for Dairy Producers
• MSU Beef Program Brings Home Class Wins, Championships From Louisville Show
• MSU Team Wins Glass Recycling Competition
• ACE 2009: Animal Welfare Expert to Cite Communication as Key to Sustainability
• Nominations Open for Michigan Barn of the Year Awards
• ANR in the News 12 05 08
• The Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation Awards
• Farm Bill Educational Sessions Planned
• Live Christmas Trees Give Consumers New Options for Greener Holidays
• MSU Extension Honors 4-H Youth, Volunteers & Entrepreneurial Spirit at Spartan Women's Basketball Game
• Youth Needed to Help Design Wildlife Patch
• MSU Construction Management Team Places First in Regional Contest

November 2008

• ANR in the News 11-26-08
• Farmers Can Learn Financial Strategies at MSU Extension Program
• 4-H Experience Paves the Way for Michigan Youth to Visit Europe
• ACE 2009: Economist to Kick Off Agriculture Conference With People, Planet, Prosperity Theme
• Learn About Overcoming Barriers to Higher Soybean Yields at MSU Extension Program
• Soyfoods Can be Helpful With Diabetes Management
• Winery Establishment Conference Set for February 2009
• Wings, MSU Extension Celebrate 100 Years of 4-H in Michigan
• One-Day Seminar Teaches Farmers How to Make the Most of Their Manure
• Lawn and Garden Releases for December, January, February
• ANR in the News 11-20-08
• Anaerobic Digester Certification Training Key for Operators Hoping for a Tax Break
• Tips for Improving Efficiency, Economics on Tap at 7th Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference
• No Lame Excuses: Workshop Series to Address Cow Hoof Health
• 2008 Thumb Agriculture Review Set for Six Locations in December
• ANR in the News 11-11 -08
• MSU Consigns High Sellers to Angus Connection Sale
• Healthy Deer Are Good For a Healthy Michigan
• AutumnFest Media Alert
• ANR in the News 11-04-08

October 2008

• Deer Baiting Ban May Free Up Alternative Feeds for State's Beef Producers, Soften Farm Marketers' Woes
• $2 Million Available to Address Michigan's Plant Agriculture Challenges
• ANR in the News 10-28-08
• Changes to Michigan Water Withdrawal Regulations Focus of Upcoming Programs
• Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update Set for Dec. 16 at MSU
• MSU Extension to Host Entrepreneurial Conference
  
• MSU Scientist Selected as 2008 Crop Science Society of America Fellow
• Soyfoods May be Protective Against Breast Cancer
• New MSUE Educator Will Focus on Nutrition
• ANR in the News 10-21-08
• You Be The Judge: My Horse University Releases DVD on Conformation, Judging Arabian Horse Halter Classes
• MSU Names New Small Ruminant Specialist
• ANR in the New 10-15-08
• Michigan FFA Team Finishes 1st, 4-H Finishes 2nd at All-American Dairy Cattle Judging
• ANR in the News 10-06-08
• ANR in the News 10-03-08
• MSU Extension Fall Conference Special Report
• MSU Horticulture Department Hosts Annual Corn Maze October 11
• 4-H Showcases Science Education, Celebrates 100 Years in Michigan During National 4-H
• November Conference to Inspire Food Entrepreneurs  
  
• Learn about State Ballot Issues From MSU Extension Bulletin

September 2008

• ANR in the News 9-26-08
• MSU Recognized for Specialty Crop Leadership With a $5.4 Million USDA Grant
• MSU Donates Fresh Food to Food Banks
• Professor Joan Rose Receives International Award
• Fitting Family Meals into Busy Schedules
• Detroit Tigers Groundskeeper's Cool Career
• Entries Due Oct. 1 for 8th Annual Animal Welfare and Assessment Contest
• MSU Extension Offers Crop Marketing Alternatives for Deer Bait Products
• ANR in the News 9-16-08
• MSU Extension Bulletin Focuses on Growing Hay and Pastures
• MSU Extension Names Wilson as Interim Master Gardener Coordinator
• Strategies Available to Help Soybean Growers Reduce Harvest Losses
• Miller Named Forest Biomass Development Coordinator
• International Renewable Energy Authority to Speak at MSU September 17

August 2008

• Lawn and Garden Releases for September, October and November
• Multicultural Apprenticeship Program (MAP) releases
• MSU Extension Educational Series to Help Horse Owners Understand Forage Needs
• MSU Horticulture Gardens Hidden Asset to the Community
• A Little Effort Can Save a Lot of Fuel for Tractor Operators
• Needed: Hydrilla Hunters to Search for a Most Unwanted Specie
• MSU ANR Communications Sophomore Wins 4-H Dairy Judging Contest, Earns Perfect Score in Oral Reasons
• Green Geurink Named High Rank Award Winners at Annual Dairy Expo, Receives $1,000 Prizes
• Sugar Beet and Dry Bean Research Tour Set for Aug. 19
• High School Students Learn About Agriculture, Natural Resources and College Life During 6-Week Stay at MSU
• Connect With Nature in Southwestern Michigan Through Conservation Stewards Program
• MSU Food Product Development Team Repeats Victory at National
• MAES Scientist Honored for Contributions to Furthering Scientific Community
• Registration Date Extended for Conservation Program
  
  
  

July 2008

• Summer Winds Down With More Fun in 4-H Children's Garden at MSU
• Michigan Youth Compete in State 4-H/FFA Livestock Judging Contest
• Can You Generate Energy on Your Farm?  The Answer is Blowing in the Wind
• Vital Statistics: MSU, MDA and USDA Team Up to Keep Michigan Agricultural Data Services Available
• Learn About Building Soil Quality, Fertility at August Workshop
• Healthy Summer Picnics
• Warm Weather and Memories Made Ag Expo 2008
• Field of Dreams: MSU Helps Build Portable Olympics Turf in China
• New Online Resource Will Serve as Information Hub for Michigan Equine Enthusiasts
• Media Advisory -- Groundbreaking Friday for MSU Shooting Sports Center
• Learn About Natural Resources in Southeastern Michigan During New Wayne County MSU Extension Program
• Great Lakes Dairy Adventure Media Advisory
• Michigan Dairy Expo Media Advisory
• Mini 4-H Children's Garden Comes to Ag Expo
• Miss Michigan 2008, Ashlee Baracy, to Appear at Ag Expo
• 12th Annual Michigan Dairy Expo Set for July 21-25 at MSU
• Great Dairy Adventure to Provide Free Fun, Education fore Kids July 23
• Have an Even Greener Summer at MSU Garden Day
• 'Tis the Season: Horse Owners Should be Alert for Hoary Allysum in Pastures
• First Sugar Beet Diagnostic School Set for Aug. 6 in Saginaw
• Fuel Up on Knowledge at Ag Expo
• Ag Expo Media Advisory    
• Downey Mildew Confirmed in Michigan Cucumber Field

June 2008

• Educators From 36 States Convene in Traverse City for "PhyshED" Training
• Hay, Do You Buy It for Horses? Learn How at Ag Expo
• Safe Tomatoes Just a Click Away Thanks to Michigan Marektmaker
• U.P. Experiment Station to Host "Focus on Energy"
• MSU Names Southwest Regional Extension Director
• From Entrepreneurship to Digital Videos: 4-H Exploration Days Offers Unique Learning Experiences
• Fireworks, Dunes and Dry Weather Don't Mix
• Free Well Water Testing to be Offered at Ag Expo
• Master Gardener Volunteer Class to be Offered at MSU
• Summer Soy Foods for Kids
• 4-H Campers Explore Michigan's Natural Resources
• A.I. Companies Work Together to Raise Money for Michigan 4-H Dairy Youth Programs
• MSU Teams Place Second, Third in 78th Annual Dairy Judging Contest
• July Children's Garden Events Teach, Entertain
• 'You Heard it Here First' -- New Educational Speaker Series Set for Ag Expo
• MSU Student Organic Farm Sells Fresh Produce on Campus
• MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology, LCC Strike Accord for Students
• Thumb Agriculture Research Group Formed to Study Local Field Crop Issue
  
  

May 2008

• Cutting-Edge Sprayer Technology to be Showcased at Ag Expo
• Farmers Can Win Prizes, Contribute to Researchers' Knowledge Through Soybean Yield Contest
• Environmental Assurance Program Verifies First Greenhouse
• Lawn and Garden Releases for June, July and August
• Media Advisory -- First Environmentally Verified Greenhouse to be Celebrated Wednesday
• College Tent at Ag Expo Educates, Entertains
• Cover Crops Rejuvenate Soil, Encourage Plant Growth
• Local Children's Garden Offers Outdoor Activities for Kids
• Identify and Diagnose Soybean Emergence Problems Early to Reap Benefits at Harvest
• Entries Due May 27 for Summer Junior Livestock Events
• MSU Scientist Selected as 2008 Leopold Leadership Fellow
• MSU Water Fellows Outline Water Quality Protection Needs to Joint House, Senate Committee
• Environmental Policy Major Wins Featherstone Award for Innovation, Character and Leadership
• Phosphorus Workshop to Focus on Protecting Michigan Waters
• Learn Strategies for Using Cover Crops in Vegetable Production at MSU Workshop
• New Pesticide Applicator Manuals Available
• MSU Equestrian Team is One of Nine Stock Seat Teams to Qualify for National Championship Bid
• MSU to Offer Series of Cow Camp Clinics in May, June
• Big 10 Universities Claim Bragging Rights, MSU Brings Home Top Award From National Dairy Contest

April 2008

• Soybean Seed Inoculation Pays
• Capital Area 4-H Teens Present Environmental Solutions to Legislature
• Saginaw Bay Area 4-H Teens Present Environmental Solutions to Legislature
• Southwest  Area 4-H Teens Present Environmental Solutions to Legislature
• Detroit Area 4-H Teens Present Environmental Solutions to Legislature
• Soybean Management Information Available Toll-free at 888-201-9301
• First Recipients of Elwood Kirkpatrick Dairy Science Research Fund Announced
• Celebrate National Soyfoods Month
• Project GREEEN Awards Dollars for 2008 Program
• 2008 Ag Expo Set for July 15-18 at MSU
• Michigan Author Donates Books to Help Military Kids in Michigan
• Michigan 4-H Celebrates 100th Birthday
• 17 Horses to Sell April 27 at MSU Spartan Spectacular Arabian Horse Auction
• Annual MSU Dairy Club Heifer Sale Averages $2,259; Raises Dollars for Judging Team Trip to Europe
• Attention Homeowners: MSU Turf Experts Answer Your Questions in New Lawncare University DVD
• 'My Horse University' Available for College Credit
• Small Animals Day Showcases Baby Animals
• Another Weapon Found for Emerald Ash Borer Arsenal
• Emerald Ash Borer, Black Ash Basketry Conference Announced
• 2007 Green Stem Disorder Occurrence Affecting Seed Quality, Planting Strategies
• Fourteen Students Represent MSU at Midwest Regional Dairy Challenge
• MSU Team Pushes For Second Championship
• MSU Undergrad Team Places First at Annual animal Welfare Competition
• Byron Center Herb and Goat Farmer Busts Barriers, Wins Award
• Groundbreaking Hillman Company Wins MSU Award for Gluten-Free Food

March 2008

• Horse Sense Leads to New Recycling Initiative
• Mix Up Your Menu With Soyfoods for Variety
• Barn of the Year Winners Announced at ANR Week
• Greenhouse Growers Warm Up to New Environmental Assessment
• Livestock Workshop for First Resonders Set for MSU Pavilion
• Annual Butterfly Exhibit Helps 4-H Children's Gardens Celebrate 15 Years
• MSU Wheat Wins Best in Show
• Quintessential Family Farm Honored by Michigan State Univesity
• MSU Web Site Offers Energy-Saving Tips for Michigan Greenhouse Growers
• Media Advisory -- 7th Annual Animal Welfare Judging and Assessment Competition
• MSU Researchers Go Global to Find Solutions to Rising Greenhouse Energy Costs
• Covert Fruit Grower Receives MSU Distinguished Service Award
• Onondaga Fruit Grower Receives MSU Distinguished Service Award
• Connect With Nature Through MSU Conservation Stewards Program
• MSU Extension Clinics Help Sort Out All the Bull
• MSU Extension Meetings Help Farmers Meet Environmental Expectations
• Capitol Experience Media Alert
• Gibbs and Rood Receive MSU Distinguished Service to Ag and Natural Resources Awards at ANR Week
• MSU Researcher Says Too Much Light May Not Be Good For Short-Day Plants
• Pot-in-Pot Offers Alternative Growing System for Christmas Tree Farms, Nurseries
• Johne's Disease Control and Prevention Program Set for April at MSU
• Delfosse Named MSU Entomology Chair
• Success of Family Recipe Earns Entrepreneur One of Four New MSU Product Center Awards 

February 2008

• For a Healthy Heart, Try Soyfoods
• Corn Crop Management, Precision Technology Will Be Focus of March 7 Extension Program
• Learn Forest Management During Master Woodland Steward Training
• On-Farm Field Crop Research Report Now Available
• SoyBean Growers Can Find Help in the Stars Through New Research Initiative
• Michigan Turkey Producers Cooperative Gobbles Up Product Center Award
• Vineyard Establishment Workshop Focuses on Wine Grape Production
• Lawn and Garden Releases for March, April and May
• MSU Crops Fill Local Need for 25th Year
• Learn and Earn Pesticide Applicator Credits at ANR Week
• MSU to Offer IPM Academy; First Session Set for March 12
• Aquatic Invasive Species Issues in Spotlight During ANR Week
• 4-H Communications Day Builds Self-Confidence, Public Speaking, Presentation Skills
• New Food-Related Film Festival Added to Michigan Organic Conference
• Two MSU Faculty Members Receive High French Honors

January 2008

• Role of Pollinators is Topic of ANR Week Conference
• Beekeepers' Annual Conference Buzzes into ANR Week at MSU
• Bean and Sugar Beet Symposium Comes to Saginaw Feb. 19
• Barn Enthusiasts to Gather for March Conference and Tour
• Managing Manure Affects the Entire Community
• Climate Change Effects on Great Lakes Topic of ANR Week Conference
• Media Alert -- Packaging Executives Forum
• Annual Dairy Conference Hosts Notable Speaker Lineup, Producer Panels, Front-Burner Hot-Topics Session
• Green Thumbs Unite! Michigan Master Gardener Spring Conference Set for March 8 at MSU
• MSU Animal Agriculture Initiative Awards Research Dollars for 2008-09
• MSU Researchers and Partners Receive Animal Welfare Project Planning Grant
• Outdoor Enthusiasts Encouraged to Seek "Quiet Water"
• Economist to Discuss Animal Ag Affect on Real Estate
• Learn the Ropes of E-Commerce at March 6 Workshop
• Gardeners Can Build Skills at Mt. Pleasant Workshop Series
• Soyfoods for a Healthy Year
• MSU Study Shows Michigan's Agriculture and Food Economy Growing
• Alternative Energy Program Set for Four Michigan Locations
• Forage Technology Conference Set for March 6 at MSU
• Strategic Plan Developed for Grape Growers in the North Central States
• Annual Dairy Conference Hosts Notable Speaker Lineup, Producer Panels, Front-Burner Hot-Topics Session
• Learn Greenhouse Production Tips at Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference
• Pork Management Workshops Set For Four Michigan Locations
• Wide Range of Programs on Tap for ANR Week
• 4-H Birthday Celebration Attracts 4,000 to Breslin, Creates Sixth Highest Attendance Ever for Lady Spartans
• Farmers Can Learn About USDA Grant Programs at Upcoming Workshops
• Michigan’s Equine Survey Shows Increase in Numbers of Horses, Mules and Donkeys
• Farmers Can Learn About USDA Grant Programs at Upcoming Workshops
• Conference to Explore Science, Practice and Art of Restoring Native Ecosystems
• Horse Owners Can Learn Manure Management, Composting Strategies at MSU Extension Program