agriculture

1. September 24, 2024

   Grant to help fight Lake Erie algal blooms with healthier soils

   A team of U-M researchers will use a new $4 million state grant to investigate farm management practices to restore soil health and mitigate impacts of algal blooms in Lake Erie.

2. January 23, 2024

   Study examines carbon footprint of urban-farmed food

   An international study led by U-M finds that fruits and vegetables grown in urban farms and gardens have a carbon footprint that is, on average, six times greater than conventionally grown produce.