News
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The day the Qs took over: A classic tale of whiteflies, doppelgängers and insecticide resistance in poinsettias
Published on October 30, 2018
A situational summary with current recommendations for whitefly management in poinsettias. -
Incentives aid greenhouses and nurseries in implementing energy efficiency practices
Published on October 12, 2018
USDA Rural Development REAP application due soon! -
Combating root-knot nematodes in daylilies: Experimental results – Part 1
Published on October 10, 2018
New combinations of nematicides, bleach dips and ultraviolet treatments are successful in reducing the northern root knot nematode pressure on daylily rootstock. -
Nematodes in ornamental plant production: Good or bad?
Published on October 10, 2018
Some species of nematodes are an asset in reducing pest populations in greenhouse production while other species can cause plant stunting, reduced yields and marketability. -
Pesticide applicator recertification credits available before the end of the year
Published on October 4, 2018
Growers needing a few more credits in 2018 have until Dec. 31 to complete the online Desire to Learn IPM course. -
Industrial hemp on ballot with marijuana in November
Published on October 4, 2018
Focus on risks of marijuana legalization could distract voters from the hemp provision and stifle opportunity for Michigan farmers. -
Molybdenum deficiency in poinsettia
Published on September 18, 2018
Molybdenum (Mo) deficient poinsettias exhibit halo-like marginal leaf chlorosis (yellowing) on recently matured leaves, leaf distortion or rolling and leaf edge burn. -
Magnesium deficiency in poinsettia
Published on September 18, 2018
Poinsettias exhibiting interveinal chlorosis (yellowing) in older leaves is an indicator of magnesium (Mg) deficiency. -
Making wise renewable energy and energy conservation investment decisions
Published on September 14, 2018
Web-based educational resources available to farmers. -
The evolving craft beer market and the raw material supply sector
Published on September 12, 2018
The craft beer market and craft beer raw material supply sector continues to evolve.