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Identifying & Managing Spotted Spurge (Chamaesyce maculata) in Nurseries & Greenhouses
Published on September 1, 2021
Chamaesyce maculata or Euphorbia maculata is known as spotted spurge or spotted sandmat, a common broadleaf weed in nurseries, and noncrop areas. This bulletin will help growers identify, understand its biology, and develop strategies for managing it. -
Soil Microbial Community Dynamics Across Michigan Farms
Published on February 26, 2024
Soil health is an important concept that has grown exponentially in the public and private sectors over the past decades. -
Model Business Plan for Season Extension Hoophouses
Published on November 16, 2015
Growers can learn whether adding a hoophouse to their nursery, vegetable or floral production systems would be economically viable by using the information and spreadsheets contained in this plan. -
Identifying and managing common groundsel (Senecio vulgaris L.) in nurseries and greenhouses
Published on June 9, 2020
In this bulletin, growers will learn how to identify and manage common groundsel in their nurseries and greenhouse operations. -
Register now for online biological control for greenhouse growers course
Published on November 15, 2023
Students will learn fundamental concepts and research-based information in this three-month, self-paced online course. Registration closes Dec. 15, 2023. -
Registration for online greenhouse and horticultural lighting course now open
Published on November 15, 2023
Participants will learn about photoperiodic versus photosynthetic lighting in this three-month, self-paced online course about greenhouse and horticultural lighting. Registration closes Dec. 15, 2023. -
How to identify and manage nostoc in nurseries and greenhouses – Part 1
Published on February 6, 2024
Identifying nostoc early in container production can help growers develop an effective control plan. Part 1 discusses the biology and identification of nostoc. -
How to identify and manage nostoc in nurseries and greenhouses – Part 2
Published on February 7, 2024
Identifying nostoc early in container production can help growers develop an effective weed control plan. Part 2 discusses the management strategies of nostoc. -
Registration now open for 2023 Michigan Greenhouse Growers Expo
Published on October 31, 2023
Education sessions focus on plant production, customer engagement, pest management and specialty cut flowers. -
Michigan’s nursery and greenhouse industry – Part 2
Published on October 13, 2016
The top three current and future challenges for Michigan floriculture businesses are profitability, competition and labor costs. -
Are the “kids” back on the farm?
Published on January 18, 2012
MSU Extension’s IPM Academy on February 20-21 can bring the newest generation of farmers up to speed on pest management in a variety of cropping systems. -
Registered applicators are prohibited from using Restricted Use Pesticides
Published on June 1, 2020
As part of the MDARD’s Temporary Registered Applicator Program, registered applicators are prohibited from purchasing, applying, mixing or loading Restructured Use Pesticides. -
Scouting for pests: Spittle bug
Published on May 22, 2009
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Frost protection
Published on April 16, 2010
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Christmas tree, turf and ornamental plants update – April 21, 2017
Published on April 21, 2017
Callery pears are showing up in the landscape, and white pine weevil adults are being caught in traps. Fishing spider activity is early this year. -
Douglas-fir needle midge emerging – time for control
Published on May 27, 2011
Douglas-fir needle midge larvae cause galls to form on current-year needles. Even moderate needle loss can reduce the value of Christmas trees. -
Scouting for weeds: Perennial sowthistle
Published on June 29, 2007
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Scouting in herbaceous perennials: Powdery mildew
Published on August 22, 2008
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Invasive spotted lanternfly workshop held in Berrien County on March 6
Published on February 11, 2020
Anyone that grows or maintains trees, vines or any woody plants should learn about this exotic invasive insect before it appears in Michigan. -
Coronavirus relief programs for nontraditional commodities webinar to be held Tuesday, Nov. 24
Published on November 20, 2020
Join us to learn more about how these valuable programs can benefit your farm and what they might mean for your farm taxes.