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Don’t touch! How to identify and manage poison ivy in Christmas tree production – Part 1

Published on February 16, 2024
Identifying poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) early in a Christmas tree rotation can help growers develop an effective control plan.
When it comes to Christmas trees, when is a shortage not a shortage?

Published on November 16, 2023
Michigan consumers looking for a real Christmas tree will have plenty of options.
MSU Extension announces statewide public listening sessions in November and December

Published on November 6, 2023
Staff, partners and members of the public alike are encouraged to attend and voice their ideas to help shape the future of Extension.
Michigan pesticide applicator review sessions, recertifications credits, and testing options for winter 2023 through spring 2024

Published on October 19, 2023
Frequently asked questions about when and where pesticide applicators can earn education credits or take the certification exam.
New farm manager named at MSU Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center

Published on October 2, 2023
Michael de Schaaf has been named farm manager effective Oct. 1.
New USDA funding supports mentors for farmers transitioning to organic production

Published on October 2, 2023
Sign up now to be a paid mentor or mentee in the Transition to Organic Partnership Program.
Congratulations to 17 SARE grant awardees in 2023

Published on September 15, 2023
$1.3 million in new grant funds support Michigan sustainable agriculture researchers, farmers and educators.
A century of soil testing in Michigan

Published on August 31, 2023
Jon Dahl discusses the changes and challenges of soil testing in Michigan for almost a century.
Soil testing through MSU Extension

Published on August 30, 2023
MSU Extension home lawn and garden and commercial soil tests provide access to personalized fertilizer recommendations for thousands of Michigan residents every year.
Why test soil in the fall?

Published on August 28, 2023
Compared to spring, fall is an ideal time for soil testing. Here’s why.