College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

• MSU Athletic Field Systems Performance Study

  Published on May 28, 2015
  

• Turf Tips & Clippings

  Published on May 6, 2015
  

• 2009 MSU Turfgrass Research Reports

  Published on May 29, 2015
  

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  Watch for Grub Damage in the Fall and Next Spring

  Published on May 28, 2015
  There are typically two species of grubs that can cause damage on golf courses in Michigan.

• GDDTracker 4.0

  Published on May 6, 2015
  

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  The Anatomy of a Soil Test Report

  Published on March 9, 2023
  A summary of how to understand a soil test report to help you best understand and analyze the results to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions.

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  Turfgrass Species and Cultivar Selection

  Published on February 11, 2016
  It is important to select a grass species cultivar that is well adapted to the area, able to perform well and well suited to the intended level of management.

• MSU Turf Insects

  Published on May 6, 2015
  

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  Maintaining Waterfront Turf to Preserve Water Quality

  Published on May 28, 2015
  This document focuses on turf tips.

• Phosphorus Restrictions Resources

  Published on May 28, 2015
  

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  Garlic Mustard Management Options

  A detailed summary of management options for controlling garlic mustard.

• MSU Water Page

  Published on May 28, 2015
  

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  Mowing Lawn Turf

  Published on June 8, 2015
  Mowing is the most basic practice for maintaining lawn turf. Mowing performed at the correct height and frequency is essential to the health and density of the stand. Removing leaf tips induces plants to form new sprouts, increasing stand density.

• Restricted Use Pesticide (RUP) test locations

  Published on April 9, 2012
  A list of state-wide Restricted Use Pesticide (RUP) testings is available from Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development,

• Gardening in Michigan

  Published on April 24, 2012
  Whether you are looking to save money, love fresh flavor, or just enjoy working with nature, Michigan is a great place for growing fruit, vegetables, flowers and other landscape plants.

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  European chafer: Tips for your lawn

  Published on May 12, 2017
  Tips and tricks on managing European chafer on your lawn.

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  Pesticide Review for Private Applicators

  Published on April 13, 2020
  This webinar was created for private applicators looking to review the core manual before taking the verbal test with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD).

• Black Cutworms

  Published on June 8, 2015
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• Built-Up Sand-Capped Athletic Field System

  Published on May 28, 2015
  

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  Identification and Management of Fall Webworm

  Published on September 15, 2016
  In mid- to late summer, you may notice silk webs beginning to form around the shoots and leaves of your shade trees.