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USDA offers cost share dollars for organic certification
Published on May 28, 2019
Producers and handlers are eligible for 75% of organic certification cost -
Monarch butterfly research update – May 2019
Published on May 17, 2019
Michigan is an important state for supporting the summer breeding population of monarchs. Here is an update on what we do and don’t know about increasing egg laying and survival. -
Early career agribusiness professional development training available
Published on May 8, 2019
Bridging the Experience Gap is an educational program for young professionals involved in agriculture who want to sharpen their skills and better understand production systems. -
Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – May 7, 2019
Published on May 7, 2019
An update on Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, white pine bluster rust and winter injury. -
e-GRO: Providing free online education for greenhouse growers
Published on May 1, 2019
e-GRO Alerts is a form of communication in hopes to educate and help a larger audience understand various topics that are seen. -
Aquatic plant species prohibited from sale in Michigan
Published on April 19, 2019
There are currently 18 aquatic plant species that are prohibited from sale in Michigan as they pose a threat to the local ecosystem. -
Registration now required to sell non-native aquatic plants
Published on April 19, 2019
According to a new law, all retailers of live non-native aquatic organisms must now register yearly with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. -
Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – April 19, 2019
Published on April 19, 2019
Spring has sprung in most of Michigan, leading gardeners to ask many common turf, pruning and pollinator health questions. -
Bumble bees in greenhouse vegetable production
Published on April 12, 2019
Commercial bumble bees have a life style and foraging behavior that is fitting for greenhouse operations. -
Southwest Michigan greenhouse situation report – April 2019
Published on April 12, 2019
Warmer temperatures a signal for lively times in the greenhouse