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Michigan Managed Pollinator Protection Plan listening sessions
Published on August 23, 2016
Beekeepers, growers and others interested in the health of honey bees are invited to listening sessions to discuss pesticide use and bees. -
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for Aug. 19, 2016
Published on August 19, 2016
Fruit and vegetable growers in the southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting for brown marmorated stink bugs this season. -
Potato leafhoppers and mites on the rise in chestnut
Published on July 13, 2016
Potato leafhopper numbers are up and European red mites are visible in Michigan chestnut orchards. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Crop scouting and…ticks?
Published on June 2, 2016
Suggestions for avoiding ticks when scouting crops in Michigan. -
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.