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Updated bulletin on biological control agents for greenhouse pests available for free download
Published on January 25, 2024
Updated bulletin provides photos and lists the commercially available beneficial insects, their target insects and key facts about biocontrol agents. -
Winter hay supplies getting low? Consider limit-feeding grain to your beef cows
Published on January 25, 2024
Limit-feeding corn grain can be economically advantageous when the price of hay becomes too high due to short supply. -
Sharing experiences managing Bovine Leukemia Virus during 2023 International All Things BLV Conference
Published on January 25, 2024
During the 2023 International All Things BLV Conference at Michigan State University, two veterinarians and a dairy herd owner shared their experiences managing herds with Bovine Leukemia Virus. -
Shoot for farm safety
Published on January 24, 2024
Ensuring safe firearm storage is vital. Safe firearm storage complies with legal requirements and significantly reduces the risk of accidents, suicides and unintentional harm, fostering a safer environment for families and communities. -
Honey Bee Health Coalition releases honey bee nutrition guide
Published on January 22, 2024
Honey Bee Health Coalition helps beekeepers unlock the secrets of hive nutrition with new honey bee nutrition guide. -
Michigan's recent cold snap: Grapevine cold hardiness report
Published on January 22, 2024
Michigan's recent cold snap caused potential cold damage in some regions. Growers are advised to delay pruning for a comprehensive assessment and strategic adjustments based on damage levels. -
Canadian Garden Study Tour offered by MSU Extension Master Gardener Program
Published on January 19, 2024
Join the MSU Extension Master Gardener Program to see and experience the Canadian Rockies, agriculture and botanic gardens of British Columbia. -
Vegetable program at Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days to focus on regional projects and opportunities
Published on January 19, 2024
A full day program has been designed at Michiana’s premier specialty crop conference to incorporate regional research, risk management opportunities and a goal setting period for Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center’s vegetable program. -
Planning for pollination of fruit crops
Published on January 19, 2024
Pollination service contracts can clarify expectations for both beekeepers and growers during crop bloom. -
EPA issues advisory for substances used to control varroa mites in beehives
Published on January 18, 2024
Advisory from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on the applicability of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act and Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act for substances used to control varroa mites in beehives.