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New EPA tool helps growers comply with pesticide runoff and drift mitigation requirements related to the Endangered Species Act

Published on August 27, 2025
Growers and pesticide applicators working to comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Endangered Species Act requirements now have a new tool at their disposal.
How do you stay informed on the latest agricultural info?

Published on August 8, 2025
Take part in a survey from a joint MSU Extension and The Ohio State University research project on how we communicate the latest agriculture research and news.
Michigan State University Extension seeks input from pesticide applicators and agribusiness on new EPA regulations

Published on August 4, 2025
Please complete this brief survey to assist MSU Extension in identifying needs related to pesticide label changes, Bulletins Live! Two and the Endangered Species Act.
Michigan chestnut crop report – July 24, 2025

Published on July 24, 2025
Japanese beetle and rose chafer adults are out and active. Symptoms of wilt are being reported in some orchards.
Michigan chestnut crop report – July 10, 2025

Published on July 14, 2025
Japanese beetle and rose chafer adults are out and active. Symptoms of wilt are being reported in some orchards.
Michigan chestnut crop report – June 26, 2025

Published on June 26, 2025
Black stem borer is still active. Asian chestnut gall wasp emergence is imminent in infested orchards in southern Michigan.
Michigan chestnut crop report – June 12, 2025

Published on June 12, 2025
Black stem borer is active and potato leafhopper populations are building.
Michigan chestnut crop report – May 29, 2025

Published on June 2, 2025
Black stem borer is active and potato leafhopper has arrived.
Chestnut brown rot management in the field

Published on May 2, 2025
Results of ongoing research at Michigan State University indicate several available fungicides can significantly reduce brown rot in chestnut.
Fruit growers need to be aware of significant pesticide label changes

Published on April 25, 2025
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.