Resources

Understanding city beekeeping ordinances

Published on November 14, 2023
Keeping bees safely and legally in Michigan cities.
Considerations for Planning and Selecting Pumping Plants for Sprinkler Irrigation

Published on November 6, 2023
Several types of pumps and power units are available for use with sprinkler irrigation systems. Careful planning and selection of the pumping plant can reduce irrigation costs by reducing system energy inputs.
Keep your bees safe from bears

Published on November 2, 2023
Bears can be a big problem for Michigan beekeepers
Michigan Dry Bean Performance Trials

Published on October 12, 2023
The 2023 dry bean performance trials report is available for download.
A Tale of Two Invaders: Tree of Heaven and Spotted Lanternfly

Published on October 2, 2023
Locating and managing tree of heaven is a key aspect of dealing with spotted lanternfly and reducing the impacts of this invader in North America.
How to Speak Christmas Tree: IPM: Disease Management

Published on September 30, 2023
Dr. Cregg will consider the major causes of losses in Christmas tree plantations (diseases, insect pests, weeds, and abiotic factors) and how we can approach them through an IPM lens. For this article we will turn our attention to tree diseases.
Weed Biology & Management Series for Christmas Tree Production: Poison Ivy

Published on September 30, 2023
Biology and Management of Poison Ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) in Christmas Tree Production.
Precision Irrigation Management Using Sensor Technology in Christmas Tree Fields

Published on September 30, 2023
MSU Irrigation Team has developed a new irrigation monitoring system called LOCOMOS (Low-Cost Sensor Monitoring System).
Fine Tune Your Fertilizer Program with Foliar Sampling

Published on September 30, 2023
This article will outline all the specific information needed to successfully incorporate foliar sampling at your farm.
Reducing Soybean Harvest Losses

Published on September 28, 2023
Learn about the causes of soybean harvest losses and practical recommendations for reducing harvest losses.