News

MSU researchers to develop management tool for Chesapeake Bay watershed

Published on May 28, 2020
With a $1 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency, two MSU researchers will develop a multi-objective optimization tool to help agencies make management decisions for the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Yellow and orange hawkweed flowering in turf

Published on May 28, 2020
Often confused for dandelions, hawkweed is now flowering in lawns.
Central Michigan field crop update – May 28, 2020

Published on May 28, 2020
Time to walk some fields.
Blueberry growers need to focus on Anthracnose fruit rot as bloom ends

Published on May 28, 2020
During bloom, it makes sense to focus on managing fruit rot diseases, and new information and tools are available to help.
Southwest Michigan field crop update – May 28, 2020

Published on May 28, 2020
Warm air from the south pushes tropical rainfall and armyworm moths into Michigan.
New 2,4-D formulation offers greater safety for berries, tree fruit and nut tree crops

Published on May 28, 2020
A 2,4-D choline formulation is now available for controlling or suppressing broadleaves weeds in pome and stone fruits, tree nuts and and various berry crops.
Pandemic Food Safety: Trying Times

Published on May 27, 2020
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the federal government has been rolling back food safety regulations, diminishing processing safety requirements, and canceling or decreasing food and processing plant inspections.
Michigan 4-H rolls out virtual showcase and auctions

Published on May 27, 2020
Michigan State University Extension rolls out Virtual Learning Showcase and Auctions, an online experience that allows 4-H members to show off their summer project work, including an opportunity to exhibit and market livestock.
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – May 27, 2020

Published on May 27, 2020
A hot weekend allowed for fieldwork, planting and plant growth. Insect pests are starting to be active and weeds are growing quickly.
Michigan grape scouting report – May 27, 2020

Published on May 27, 2020
Vines are growing quickly. The warm, wet week means disease management is critical.