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MSU greenhouses: Infrastructure that leads to innovation

Published on April 29, 2021
Greenhouses are an invaluable resource for faculty and students, but to maintain MSU’s leadership in plant science, upgrades are critical.
Managing Diplodia tip blight

Published on April 28, 2021
Diplodia tip blight can kill the current year’s growth of trees of any age. Time fungicide applications to protect new growth from bud break through full candle elongation.
How to identify and manage common ragweed in Christmas tree production – Part 1

Published on April 28, 2021
Identifying common ragweed early in Christmas tree production can help growers develop an effective weed control plan.
Michigan vegetable crop report – April 28, 2021

Published on April 28, 2021
Dry fields have allowed for ramped up field work. Field sowing and maintaining transplant health are priorities right now.
Great Lakes BioBlitz: Gotta catch 'em all!

Published on April 28, 2021
Have fun finding and sharing Michigan biodiversity - the variety of wild, living things in a given area.
The best sampling procedures for accurate oak wilt testing

Published on April 28, 2021
Effective oak wilt management starts with confirmation of the disease.
Laundry pod poisoning: Protecting your family

Published on April 28, 2021
Accidental exposure or consumption of laundry detergent packets by children can result in serious medical problems, so how can we prevent it?
How to identify and manage common ragweed in Christmas tree production – Part 2

Published on April 28, 2021
Strategies to manage common ragweed in Christmas tree production.
West central Michigan small fruit update – April 27, 2021

Published on April 27, 2021
An update on freeze/frost effects on small fruit production including strawberries and blueberries in west central Michigan.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 27, 2021

Published on April 27, 2021
The freezes on Wednesday and Thursday mornings damaged most fruit crops. Few areas saw serious damage.