MSU AgBioResearch

Michigan State University AgBioResearch. Dynamic solutions for food systems and the environment. Likes or reposts ≠ endorsement.

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

A @michiganstateu-led team has been awarded $1 million from @USDA_NIFA to evaluate precision laser weeding in organic vegetable systems. The grant is through USDA NIFA's Organic Transitions Program.
Read more: https://t.co/nxIPl4WuHj

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

.@michiganstateu researcher Dr. Emily Silver is studying how timber damaged by northern Michigan's 2025 ice storms can be converted into biochar, offering solutions that could generate revenue for landowners and improve soil health for farmers.

READ: https://t.co/1RSPwA0Fxu

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

A @michiganstateu-led team has been awarded $400K from @MichDeptofAg to study PFAS in agricultural systems. MSU scientists will partner with @LifeAtPurdue to explore how the chemicals move in fields and develop mitigation strategies.
READ: https://t.co/Yafg5biTEg

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

Congratulations to @michiganstateu's Dr. Bruno Basso (@BassoLabMSU) on receiving the 2026 Carl Sprengel Agronomic Research Award. The honor recognizes outstanding contributions to agronomic research and is given by @ASA_CSSA_SSSA.
Read more: https://t.co/W3JedDsVnK

[Nicole Heslip @BRNAgNews_NH]

.@michiganstateu @MSUAgBio @MSUExtension @CANRatMSU completes state-of-the-art #dairy #agresearch center. Hear more about the work in our interview with @MSUAnSci @DairyMsu @brownfield
#agnews https://t.co/R6s9WInUYj

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

.@USDA_NIFA has awarded @michiganstateu more than $16.2M to continue renovations of research greenhouses through the Research Facilities Act Program. MSU is providing matching funds to create more than $32.5M in new support for the project.
Read more: https://t.co/VBW8kNWUW8

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

The @michiganstateu Horse Teaching and Research Center has a new farm manager. Samantha Black, a 2019 @MSUAnSci alumna, began her role at the center Aug. 24. Use the link below to learn more about her.

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[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

More than 350 million tons of global plastic waste are generated annually. Much of that is plastic packaging. Dr. Muhammad Rabnawaz, a professor in @MSUPackaging, has received a $540K grant from @NSF to develop new biodegradable packaging materials.
READ: https://t.co/zA5zcwL8Sp

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

On Sept. 25, @michiganstateu will celebrate 25 years of conducting lake sturgeon research. The event will commemorate a quarter century of research, restoration and partnerships that have helped revive Michigan's iconic lake sturgeon population.

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[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

For more than a decade, M-AAA has helped @michiganstateu researchers and educators generate over $960 million in economic impacts for Michigan agriculture. Investments into M-AAA are helping keep Michigan ag competitive, profitable and resilient.

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[MSU CANR @CANRatMSU]

Contributions from across the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) community raised over $66.5 million for causes across the college, MSU Extension and @MSUAgBio. This marks the largest fundraising total in the history of CANR. Learn more: https://t.co/yHA0l1LwQd

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

Thank you to those who attended the summer bus tour field day in northwest Michigan highlighting the latest innovations shaping Michigan tree fruit! Experts showcased research on fruit tree health and production irrigation strategies, a small-scale robot weeder and more.

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

Dr. Younsuk Dong and the MSU Irrigation team are developing tools to help farmers save money, improve crops and preserve precious water resources. Learn more about how MSU research is boosting efficiency for Michigan growers.
READ: https://t.co/9qF9ErSuzg

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

It's great to see several of our legislative partners at the U.P. State Fair in Escanaba. Our work on behalf of the agriculture and natural resources sectors in Michigan is not possible without their support. Thank you for the continued support of AgBioResearch and @MSUExtension!

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

MSU AgBioResearch Interim Director Chad Cotti: “The heart of AgBioResearch is using science-based approaches to deliver practical solutions. That will continue moving forward."
Read more about Cotti and his background here:
https://t.co/EsRizzDDA5

[MTF @miturfgrass]

MSU President Kevin M. Guskiewicz presents the first Trey Rogers Legacy Award to Dr. John "Trey" Rogers III at today's MTF/MSU Turfgrass Field Day.

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[Nicole Heslip @BRNAgNews_NH]

.@MSUAgBio @MSUWheat trials show strong 2026 yields as USDA projects back-to-back record years. Hear more on the results in our interview with #MichiganWheat @brownfield #agnews https://t.co/ijIQp9hsz2

[Sen. Roger Victory @SenRogerVictory]

I was honored to join colleagues, friends, and family in celebrating Dr. @GeorgeSmithMSU and his remarkable 29 years of service to @michiganstateu . It was a privilege to present him with a State of Michigan tribute recognizing his outstanding leadership and lasting contributions to MSU, AgBioResearch, and Michigan agriculture. Congratulations on this well-deserved next chapter as Dean of the University of Arizona College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences. Wishing you continued success!

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

Grant Thornton, an intern at the W.K. Kellogg Forest, presented at the 2026 Symposium at @KelloggBioStn. He highlighted daily operations and a project comparing forest management for hardwood vs. conifer stands. Thornton's internship is supported by ABR, KBS and @MSU_Forestry.

[MSU Institute of Water Research @IWR_MSU]

Congratulations to Dr. A. Pouyan Nejadhashemi on being named an iEMSs Fellow for his outstanding leadership in environmental modelling! #agresearch #CANRatMSU #spartanengineering

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