News

Improve your garden with MSU Enviroweather’s tools and information

Published on March 17, 2021
Enviroweather’s weather-based models and forecasting interpret Michigan’s conditions to help gardeners make better decisions about plant care and pest management.
Be a smart gardener and protect lakes, streams and wetlands

Published on January 22, 2021
Check out our new Smart Gardening for Shorelands tip sheets to learn how you can landscape with water quality in mind.
In-person, on-farm learning for beginning farmers amidst the COVID-19 pandemic

Published on December 14, 2020
The MSU Student Organic Farm is offering a COVID-19 pandemic adapted Organic Farmer Training Program in 2021.
Biological control of invasive swallow-wort vines in Michigan

Published on December 10, 2020
A defoliating moth from eastern Europe may be the solution for long-term control of invasive vines that disrupt native plant and animal communities, including monarch butterflies.
Giving thanks for Extension Master Gardeners dedicated to community service and youth gardening education

Published on November 30, 2020
Michigan State University Extension Master Gardener volunteers start a new gardening club at a local elementary school.
Detection of dead spotted lanternflies in Michigan highlights the need for vigilance

Published on November 16, 2020
Know what to look for and report any sightings of this invasive pest.
Join Queen Quest to search for overwintering bumble bees

Published on October 13, 2020
How you can help researchers understand where bumble bees spend the cold months.
Upper Peninsula Extension Master Gardener Training Course offered online September–December 2020

Published on August 5, 2020
Any Upper Peninsula resident can register for the online Extension Master Gardener Training Course by Aug. 27, 2020.
Smart Gardening with Vegetables 101: Summer maintenance

Published on July 29, 2020
Check frequently for insects and diseases to control them early and protect plants.
ReGrow Milkweed for Monarchs: Last call to participate!

Published on July 14, 2020
You have until July 20 to join this crowd sourced MSU monarch butterfly conservation study.