News

Using climatology to estimate first freezing temperatures of the fall season

Published on August 30, 2019
Statistics help narrow down the timing of first freezing temperatures across Michigan.
Identifying spruce needle rust

Published on August 6, 2019
Spruce needle rust is easily identified by pale, whitish-to-orange blisters that appear on infected needles in the summer.
Exploring opportunities: Growing industrial hemp in Michigan

Published on July 8, 2019
Industrial hemp was legalized by the 2018 Farm Bill and is a new opportunity for Michigan growers. Join a four-part webinar series on growing industrial hemp, especially in greenhouse production.
What is spruce decline and what should you do about it?

Published on June 28, 2019
Frequently asked questions about spruce decline.
Why are my pine trees turning brown?

Published on May 17, 2019
Knowing which species of pine you have and the time of year you first see symptoms can help you identify the problem.
Boxwood blight disease identified in Michigan

Published on January 25, 2019
A serious fungal disease of boxwood that results in defoliation and decline of susceptible boxwood. A downloadable fact sheet is available.
Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – Sept. 7, 2018

Published on September 7, 2018
An update on strawberry root weevil adults, green stink bugs, tar spot on maples and leaf blotch on horse chestnuts.
Brown spot needle blight symptoms are showing up in Scots pine

Published on August 31, 2018
Browning and early needle loss caused by brown spot needle blight is showing up on infected Scots pine, making Christmas trees unsalable.
Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – June 12, 2018

Published on June 12, 2018
Maple petiole borers, balsam twig aphids, four-lined plant bugs, rose chafers, bat bugs and carpenter bees are active. Delphinella shoot blight is visible on Concolor fir, and the “Weed Control Guide for Christmas Trees” has been updated.
Don’t become another deadly statistic

Published on May 23, 2018
Farm safety is even more critical when employee numbers are down and farmers are asking more of everyone, even their children.