News

Understanding MSU soil test report basics – Part 2 of 2

Published on June 29, 2015
These tips on interpreting your MSU soil test report can help you make best use of your fertilizer investment.
Relief may be available for fruit, nut and ornamental growers with winter injury

Published on May 29, 2015
Growers who are experiencing higher than typical levels of perennial mortality in the field are encouraged to contact the Farm Service Agency.
Monitor pine needle scale crawlers with Enviro-weather

Published on May 21, 2015
Use Enviro-weather to estimate when pine needle scale crawlers will be active in your area.
Two new Enviro-weather stations added in Allegan and Haslett

Published on April 28, 2015
New and replacement MSU Enviro-weather stations brings station total to 75 within Michigan.
Aphids on spruce

Published on July 31, 2014
Large numbers of aphids are being found on the new growth of spruce. Predators such as ladybeetles often are helpful in keeping aphid numbers in low.
Tamaracks are looking brown

Published on June 20, 2014
The larch casebearer is causing many tamaracks to turn brown across Michigan.
Understanding Cost of Production Helps Christmas Tree Producers Maximize Profits and Manage Risk

Published on May 1, 2014
Knowing cost of production and break-even sales price is one key to keeping Christmas tree producers in business.
Integrated pest management can save money

Published on January 22, 2014
Looking for ways to save money on pest management? Review the integrated pest management (IPM) program on your farm to see that it is being utilized to the fullest.
Kids back on the farm? Sign them up for the 2014 Integrated Pest Management Academy

Published on January 9, 2014
Do you have a farm employee who could brush up on their pest management skills? Register now to ensure their spot at this pioneering workshop designed to serve specialty crop, field crop and landscape professionals.
Integrated pest management webinars now available on demand

Published on November 1, 2013
MSU Extension is now offering Integrated Pest Management Academy Online, a series of online prerecorded webinars. Commercial and private core pesticide recertification credits are available for Michigan applicators.