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Purpose-driven planting moves from trend to mainstream

As bees return and butterflies gather along backyard fences, garden shoppers head to plant centers with more than color in mind. This spring, many gardeners practice purpose-driven planting, choosing native and pollinator-supporting plants that build habitat and strengthen biodiversity in everyday yard spaces. Plant labels receive closer attention

New species of bee discovered and named after MSU research scientist

Lasioglossum delphiae, a new species of sweat bee, was recently discovered and named after Casey Delphia, an MSU research professor and chief taxonomist of the Wild Bees of Montana Project. The bees consume minerals found in human sweat. “I have worked at MSU since 2008 and over the years have

From one bee to another

Their size may deceive you, but bees easily earn their reputation as a vital component in agricultural and natural systems. Honey bees pollinate numerous fruits, nuts and vegetables, and the bee industry has an estimated annual value of $15 billion. Researchers at MSU, including Michelle Flenniken, Ph.D., along with

Editor's Soapbox

Alright, there’s absolutely no way that I am the only one who has noticed this. The worst part is that with a bit of forethought it could have been avoided. Each year the university picks a theme for homecoming. It’s tradition, and why not? Last year, they played