News

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.
Christmas tree, turf and ornamental plant update – May 5, 2017

Published on May 5, 2017
Adult pine false webworm are active, mowing wet turf can cause problems and use fresh soil media when planting containers.
Rain, rain, go away: Use Enviroweather to check rainfall amounts

Published on April 24, 2017
Use MSU Enviroweather to answer the question, “How much rain have we had?”
Christmas tree, turf and ornamental plants update – April 21, 2017

Published on April 21, 2017
Callery pears are showing up in the landscape, and white pine weevil adults are being caught in traps. Fishing spider activity is early this year.