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Michigan Tree Fruit Industry set to Improve global position

Published on May 1, 2019
Abundant water, rich soils and glacially-formed topography combine with the moderating effects of the Great Lakes to make Michigan a tremendous place to grow tree fruit.
Broad-spectrum fungicides for vegetables

Published on May 1, 2019
Check out these broad-spectrum fungicide options available for use on multiple vegetable crops.
Protecting pollinators during home lawn grub control

Published on May 1, 2019
The most widely used insecticides for grub infestations of lawns are neonicotinoid insecticides, which are toxic to pollinators if they are sprayed over flowers.
Microsoft grant expansion helps 4-H youth become digital ambassadors and create change

Published on May 1, 2019
This year, Michigan is one of 15 states receiving National 4-H Council grants from Microsoft to implement the 4-H Digital Ambassadors Project in Michigan.
Do not spray pollinator-attractive plants with insecticides when open flowers are present

Published on May 1, 2019
It is clear to most people that insecticides sprayed onto open flowers can be highly toxic to bees, even if they are sprayed early in the morning or at night when bees are not present.
How to control invasive pests while protecting pollinators and other beneficial insects

Published on May 1, 2019
Pesticides should never be applied unless they are necessary to maintain plant health.
References

Published on May 1, 2019
References for protecting and enhancing pollinators in urban landscapes.
Greenstone renews 4-H commitment to grow 4-H true leaders

Published on May 1, 2019
GreenStone Farm Credit Services has renewed and increased its commitment to Michigan 4-H with a $75,000 pledge over the next five years.
Industry-specific produce safety guidelines

Published on May 1, 2019
Industry-specific produce safety guidelines, usually more rigorous than basic produce safety standards, only exist for a few crops. Learn which crops have them and how to answer audit questions when your crop doesn’t have them.
Appendix 1 - Bee impact and recommendations for use for fungicides and bactericides

Published on May 1, 2019
Appendix 1