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Pesticide recertification credits available through online IPM Academy

Published on November 21, 2017
As the end of the year approaches, growers can take advantage of the new online Integrated Pest Management Academy and earn six credits towards their Michigan Pesticide Applicators License.
Pesticide manual review and exam in Eaton County set for March 13

Published on November 16, 2017
This is a helpful training for people taking the MDARD certification exam to become licensed applicators. To those already licensed, this review session will offer four recertification credits.
Chestnut weevils found at harvest

Published on October 6, 2017
As chestnut harvest begins in some areas of Michigan, there are reports of weevil issues in orchards.
Michigan fruit growers and consultants: Take our new online survey!

Published on October 5, 2017
This simple, quick and anonymous survey will help Michigan State University Extension serve you better.
Specialty crop and minor-use pesticide prioritization set for 2018 by IR-4

Published on October 4, 2017
Participants at the 2017 IR-4 Food Use Workshop identified the most important research projects for the 2018 IR-4 food-use research program.
When seconds count: Respectfully share the road during fall harvest

Published on October 3, 2017
Speed and reaction time are two major factors in safely navigating country roads during fall.
Fall means farm equipment on roads

Published on September 26, 2017
Tips for motorists and farmers sharing the road safely.
New online Integrated Pest Management course now available

Published on September 22, 2017
Learn about integrated pest management and earn pesticide recertification credits with new, on-demand, online course.
USDA Rural Development National Value-added Producer Grant opens

Published on September 6, 2017
Farmers are invited to apply for planning or operating funds through Jan. 31, 2018.
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for Sept. 6, 2017

Published on September 6, 2017
Fruit and vegetable growers across the southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting and, in some cases, actively managing for brown marmorated stink bug this season.