MSU CANR

Michigan State University's official College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Twitter feed. Follow us to learn more about #CANRatMSU!

[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.

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A rare folding-door spider discovered by a Michigan kindergarten class was identified by MSU entomology doctoral student. Junkai Wang identified the spider as Antrodiaetus unicolor, commonly known as the folding-door spider. https://t.co/uHTAtydEXc

[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

[MSU CANR @CANRatMSU]

Four new cow sculptures have been installed at the MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center, and they need names! Winning name entries will receive a free ice cream from the MSU Dairy Store and an Arts MSU tote! Enter here: https://t.co/rCkAof9V0e

[MSU CANR @CANRatMSU]

Four new cow sculptures have been installed at the MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center, and they need names! Winning name entries will receive a free ice cream from the MSU Dairy Store and an Arts MSU tote! Enter here: https://t.co/l7D4v5rfK2

[MSU CANR @CANRatMSU]

MSU’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources recently hosted a global symposium exploring how agricultural biotechnology, innovation and partnerships can help address food security, climate change and other challenges facing agriculture: https://t.co/938UMLAIqm

[MSU CANR @CANRatMSU]

Join CANR on Thursday, October 8 from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for the dedication of the new MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center — a world-class facility built to advance the future of dairy teaching, research and outreach at MSU. Learn more: https://t.co/lgM8AAwrnM

[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 CANR @CANRatMSU]

Join CANR on Thursday, October 8 from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for the dedication of the new MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center — a world-class facility built to advance the future of dairy teaching, research and outreach at MSU. Learn more: https://t.co/lgM8AAwrnM

[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]

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.
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[MSU Plant Resilience Institute @MSU_PRI]

The MSU Plant Resilience Institute is excited to welcome Robert "Bob" VanBuren as our new associate director! A PRI faculty member since 2016, VanBuren brings scientific excellence and a deep commitment to our community to the role.

🌱 Learn more: https://t.co/9mY2wP71e6

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Olivia M. Smith, assistant professor in @HorticultureMSU, received the Ned K. Johnson Early Investigator Award from the American Ornithological Society. The award recognizes contributions to the study and conservation of birds by early-career researchers. https://t.co/y3hllB5sJ8

[MSU News @MSUnews]

A new study from @CANRatMSU researchers and the Michigan DNR suggests these Great Lakes fish can live 200–300 years — making them a living connection to history (via @PopSci). https://t.co/5LNnX02Mrm

[MSU CANR @CANRatMSU]

Congratulations to Dr. Karim Maredia on this outstanding achievement!

[CAST @CASTagScience]

CAST is proud to name Dr. Karim Maredia of @MSU_AgNatRes the 2026 Borlaug CAST Communication Award recipient! A son of a dairy farmer from Gujarat, India, he's spent 35+ years carrying agricultural science to 60+ countries. Award ceremony: Dec. 10 at the Library of Congress. 🧵

[MSU CANR @CANRatMSU]

After the most recent phase of the project, 60% of the MSU Plant Science Research Greenhouse Complex has been renovated. Funding is needed to address the remaining 40% and provide all greenhouse users access to the latest tools and environmental controls. https://t.co/oX3LXvDipK

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Over the past two years, MSU Landscape Services has transformed approximately six acres of underused turfgrass to create landscapes that support pollinators, reduce maintenance costs and advance the university's sustainability goals. https://t.co/3iYUl3URYE

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Dr. Brian Via has been named director of @msupackaging. As incoming director of the world's largest and top-ranked packaging program, Via plans to use his multifaceted experience to enhance the School of Packaging's legacy of impact and innovation. https://t.co/W8mDPJ8RmU

[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

.@michiganstateu recently commemorated the opening of the newly renovated Plant Science Research Greenhouse Complex. But just 60% of the facility has been updated so far. Partners say to meet the needs of MI ag, the entire facility must be addressed.
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[MSU AgBioResearch @MSUAgBio]

AgBioResearch has selected three projects to fund through the Growing Healthy Together Initiative. This initiative was established in February 2026 to solve complex health challenges through interdisciplinary research. @MSUnews @henryfordhealth

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