News
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Don’t touch! How to identify and manage poison ivy in Christmas tree production – Part 1
Published on February 16, 2024
Identifying poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) early in a Christmas tree rotation can help growers develop an effective control plan. -
Don’t touch! How to identify and manage poison ivy in Christmas tree production – Part 2
Published on February 16, 2024
Managing poison ivy early in Christmas tree rotation can help growers develop an effective control plan. -
Protect your greenhouse or nursery business and your employees
Published on February 15, 2024
MSU Extension is offering a webinar Feb. 19 on how the new crop insurance program can protect your controlled environment business and strategies to keep your greenhouse and nursery employees safe. -
Becoming a greenhouse guru: Eight tips for a new grower
Published on February 15, 2024
Seasoned greenhouse growers give advice for those new to the industry. -
When do beekeepers in Michigan need pesticide certification and licenses?
Published on February 15, 2024
Whether a beekeeper needs to be certified to treat honey bee colonies for varroa mites depends on the treatment used and whether the application is for hire. -
MSU Extension welcomes Cheri Burk as new farm business management educator
Published on February 14, 2024
Cheri Burk will serve farmers in the Saginaw Valley and Thumb regions. -
Dairy Spotlight: Kendra Van Order
Published on February 13, 2024
Spotlight on Kendra Van Order, 4-H dairy science MSU Extension educator. -
Dairy Spotlight: Michael J. VandeHaar
Published on February 13, 2024
Professor, Department of Animal Science -
MSU Extension Christmas tree team launches grower needs survey
Published on February 13, 2024
Michigan Christmas tree growers are asked to complete a survey to better determine research and educational goals. -
Investing in excellence: Milk quality and udder health training insights
Published on February 13, 2024
Our research has shown that training of farm workers generates knowledge, satisfaction and a willingness to adhere to milking protocols resulting in quantifiably better milk quality, food safety and udder health.