News

Ralstonia solanacearum race 3 biovar 2 detected in greenhouse geraniums

Published on April 22, 2020
Local officials are involved due to the tight regulation of this bacterial pathogen.
Weed management strategies in greenhouses – Part 1: Non-chemical weed control strategies

Published on April 22, 2020
Non-chemical weed control methods inside greenhouses and enclosed structures for ornamental crop production.
Earth Day every day: Engaging youth in Great Lakes and natural resources science through research and place-based education

Published on April 22, 2020
Students from northeast MI and Saginaw Bay participate in Wayne State University’s Southeast Michigan Junior Science and Humanities Symposium - applying research and exploring careers.
Alliance for African Partnership to Host Virtual Panel on COVID-19 Pandemic

Published on April 21, 2020
The panel is part of the AAP Public Dialogue Series and will be entitled "COVID-19 Pandemic: Responses and lessons learned from African universities"
Glassen Foundation establishes 4-H shooting sports endowment

Published on April 21, 2020
The Hal and Jean Glassen Foundation made a $100,000 gift to establish a new 4-H endowed fund with the Michigan 4-H Foundation to support the Michigan 4-H Shooting Sports Program.
Michigan 4-H’ers pledge their hands to larger service in a time of need

Published on April 21, 2020
Families and communities struggle to adapt to closed schools and businesses while working to maintain their own health and well-being. For many Michigan 4-H’ers, lending a hand is part of their normal, and have sprung into action to help their communities.
Mummy berry has returned and new products are available for control

Published on April 21, 2020
Early season fungicide choices influence mummy berry control. Consider your management options.
West central Michigan small fruit update – April 21, 2020

Published on April 21, 2020
The small fruit crop season is underway in west central Michigan. Blueberries, strawberries and raspberries are coming out from the dormant stage but prevailing low temperatures are delaying plant growth and development.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 21, 2020

Published on April 21, 2020
Crop development has been slow, cold weather will persist, and no bud damage has been detected at this time.
Can cover crops control horseweed?

Published on April 21, 2020
A new video highlights research at MSU looking at whether cover crops can control the growth of the weed horseweed (marestail).