MSU Extension Agriculture

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  Tips for success with your first real Christmas tree

  Published on November 20, 2020
  Consider these tips for relieving the stress of buying and setting up your farm-grown Christmas tree this holiday season.

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  Coronavirus relief programs for nontraditional commodities webinar to be held Tuesday, Nov. 24

  Published on November 20, 2020
  Join us to learn more about how these valuable programs can benefit your farm and what they might mean for your farm taxes.

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  Kick off your boots and stay a while

  Published on November 17, 2020
  Farming doesn’t stop at 5:00 p.m., but not being able to separate your work and personal life can increase stress and lead to physical and mental health issues. Taking time for yourself is crucial.

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  Attend MSU’s Virtual Turf School short course in December

  Published on November 17, 2020
  The MSU Turf School, Dec. 1-17, 2020, is a virtual, seven-session course designed to teach the basics of turfgrass science as well as the practical techniques of managing turfgrass.

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  Michigan pesticide applicator recertification credits available online before the end of the year

  Published on November 17, 2020
  Growers needing a few more credits to renew their pesticide applicator license have some online opportunities available.

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  I got a positive sample result: Now what?

  Published on November 17, 2020
  With third party auditors requiring environmental sampling and product testing, growers are often left wondering what to do when a test comes back positive. Here are answers to some common questions and who to call to avoid costly mistakes.

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  Pesticide course offered for private and commercial pesticide applicators

  Published on November 17, 2020
  New online course for restricted use pesticide applicators offering 12 credits.

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  It’s easier than ever to attend the 2020 Michigan Greenhouse Growers Expo

  Published on November 16, 2020
  Virtual education schedule features sessions on greenhouse plant production, specialty cut flowers, retail and marketing, integrated pest management, and a whole lot more!

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  Detection of dead spotted lanternflies in Michigan highlights the need for vigilance

  Published on November 16, 2020
  Know what to look for and report any sightings of this invasive pest.

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  MSU researcher receives USDA grant to develop improved drainage systems for farms

  Published on November 16, 2020
  Ehsan Ghane, assistant professor in the MSU Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, will lead a three-year, $614,000 USDA grant to implement drainage systems that will improve water quality on farms.