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News

• State pesticide applicators certification exam now available online

  Published on June 29, 2016
  MDARD has partnered with the Metro Institute to offer computer-based testing for state pesticide certification exams.

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  Irrigation management: Measuring soil moisture and application uniformity

  Published on June 23, 2016
  Measure soil moisture and irrigation equipment output to ensure timely application of the right amount of water uniformly across your field.

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  10 things to think about before establishing pollinator habitat

  Published on June 8, 2016
  Reduce the confusion about pollinator habitat options with this guide and an upcoming event.

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  Supporting beneficial insects on your farm or garden

  Published on June 7, 2016
  MSU research has identified the best plants for supporting pollinators and natural enemies. At this Aug. 2 workshop, you can see the plants and learn how to use them on your farm or garden.

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  Crop scouting and…ticks?

  Published on June 2, 2016
  Suggestions for avoiding ticks when scouting crops in Michigan.

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  Drones or unmanned aerial systems for use in commercial agriculture

  Published on June 2, 2016
  Horticulture and agronomic crop growers can learn the latest on drones or unmanned aerial systems from a series of eXtension webinars.

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  Chestnut growers should be scouting for potato leafhopper

  Published on May 31, 2016
  Potato leafhopper has arrived in Michigan, carried north on warm air and storms from the southern states.

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  New growing degree-day maps on Enviro-weather

  Published on May 24, 2016
  Interpreting the newly revised growing degree-day maps on MSU Enviro-weather.

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  Asian chestnut gall wasp now being tracked by MISIN

  Published on May 3, 2016
  The Midwest Invasive Species Information Network (MISIN) is now tracking the movement of Asian chestnut gall wasp.

• Healthy soils provide foundation for healthy food production

  Published on April 12, 2016
  Farmers will discover what makes a healthy soil and management practices for healthy soils at Agriculture Innovation Day on Aug. 24, 2016, in Frankenmuth, Michigan.