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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. spr.ly/6013BHle8T
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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: canr.msu.edu/news/msu-scient…
Dr. Bruno Basso in a field with a colleague.

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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: spr.ly/6018BHE0Ww
A graphic containing a photo of a cow statue. Above the photo is text that says \"Name That Cow! Submit your best name ideas for the cow sculptures at the MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center.\" Below the photo is a logo for Arts MSU and a logo for the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Michigan State University.

ALT A graphic containing a photo of a cow statue. Above the photo is text that says \"Name That Cow! Submit your best name ideas for the cow sculptures at the MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center.\" Below the photo is a logo for Arts MSU and a logo for the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Michigan State University.

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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: spr.ly/6013BGvvT3
A graphic containing a photo of a cow statue. Above the photo is text that says \"Name That Cow! Submit your best name ideas for the cow sculptures at the MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center.\" Below the photo is a logo for Arts MSU and a logo for the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Michigan State University.

ALT A graphic containing a photo of a cow statue. Above the photo is text that says \"Name That Cow! Submit your best name ideas for the cow sculptures at the MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center.\" Below the photo is a logo for Arts MSU and a logo for the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Michigan State University.

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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: spr.ly/6010BGslWk
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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: events.givingto.msu.edu/26-d…
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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. READ: canr.msu.edu/news/samantha-b…
Samantha Black, farm manager of the MSU Horse Teaching and Research Center.

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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: events.givingto.msu.edu/26-d…
A graphic containing a photo of a black and white dairy cow, with the following text: \"Countdown to MSU's Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center dedication.\" In the lower left of the image is a white Spartan helmet graphic. In the lower right of the image is a small green circle that says \"30 days.\"

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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: spr.ly/6015B1CHcN
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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: canr.msu.edu/news/msu-scient…
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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: plantresilience.msu.edu/pri-…
An announcement about new PRI Associate Director Robert VanBuren, which includes an image of VanBuren wearing a flannel button-up shirt outside with various plants and a greenhouse behind him. Underneath the image, the following text is written in a green box, “Robert VanBuren named associate director of MSU Plant Resilience Institute,” with the Michigan State University Plant Resilience Institute wordmark logo at the bottom.

ALT An announcement about new PRI Associate Director Robert VanBuren, which includes an image of VanBuren wearing a flannel button-up shirt outside with various plants and a greenhouse behind him. Underneath the image, the following text is written in a green box, “Robert VanBuren named associate director of MSU Plant Resilience Institute,” with the Michigan State University Plant Resilience Institute wordmark logo at the bottom.

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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. spr.ly/6015B1wa5V
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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). popsci.com/environment/lake-…
300-year-old sturgeon are swimming around the Great Lakes

300-year-old sturgeon are swimming around the Great Lakes

Some of these humble fish were alive during the Civil War.

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Congratulations to Dr. Karim Maredia on this outstanding achievement!
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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. 🧵
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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. spr.ly/6016BEIkCk
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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. spr.ly/6018BEIZD4
Michigan State converts campus lawns into pollinator habitat

Michigan State converts campus lawns into pollinator habitat

Michigan State University is converting underused campus lawns into native pollinator habitat, reducing maintenance costs while supporting biodiversity and sustainability.

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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. spr.ly/6019BEkre7
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.@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. READ: canr.msu.edu/news/while-msu-…
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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 READ: canr.msu.edu/news/msu-agbior…
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Jackie Lyn "Jack" A. Guevara, assistant professor in the Turfgrass Management Program in @msu_psm, reflects on her full-circle journey from discovering turfgrass as a student to sharing her expertise internationally. spr.ly/6016BDO9s2
Bringing MSU turfgrass expertise back home to the Philippines

Bringing MSU turfgrass expertise back home to the Philippines

Jackie Lyn “Jack” A. Guevara is an assistant professor in the Turfgrass Management Program at Michigan State University. Guevara was invited to give a talk at a golf course management conference in...

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