News

Focus on the forest for the holidays — benefits of real trees, wreaths and boughs

Published on November 21, 2017
Bringing fresh greenery into your home around the holidays is environmentally friendly and healthy for you and your family.
Why are my interior conifer needles turning yellow?

Published on September 29, 2017
Needle drop of conifers in the fall can be a natural process, or it can be a symptom of other pest or cultural problems.
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.
Spruce fir looper in Fraser Fir

Published on August 31, 2017
Growers should be scouting Fraser fir for spruce fir loopers. Feeding by the loopers on needles could affect the appearance of Christmas trees prior to harvest.
Check labels for pre-harvest intervals

Published on August 28, 2017
You cannot harvest a crop before a pre-harvest interval (PHI) expires.
How to get Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification

Published on August 24, 2017
Review this guide for important requirements, helpful manuals and test information needed to qualify for Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification.
Growing degree-day accumulations around Michigan

Published on August 16, 2017
Use MSU Enviroweather to determine whether heat units where you are located are behind, ahead or even as compared to normal.
Participate in the 2017 Michigan Garden Plant Tour

Published on June 7, 2017
Join fellow greenhouse growers, landscapers, garden center operators and nursery growers in this coordinated open house from July 24 to Aug. 4, 2017.
Tree, turf and plant update – June 2, 2017

Published on June 2, 2017
Scout for four-lined plant bug, spruce spider mite and lecanium scale crawlers.
Christmas tree, turf and ornamental plant update – May 19, 2017

Published on May 19, 2017
This week’s update discusses mulching trees correctly, frost injury to plants and trees, and seedheads appearing in lawns.