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  Weed Genomes Cropping up at PSM

  Published on January 17, 2022
  PSM's Dr. Eric Patterson along with colleagues at MSU, Colorado State University, and industry partners have launched the International Weed Genomics Consortium, a program to sequence, annotate and publish genomes for up to 30 common weed species.

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  Don’t sweep your leaves to the curb! Mulch them back into your lawn or garden

  Published on November 7, 2016
  Mulching leaves back into your lawn will provide a natural source of nutrients that will improve the growth of your lawn.

• MAEAP Phase I credits available at 2013 Integrated Pest Management Academy

  Published on February 8, 2013
  Getting verified in the MAEAP shows your peers and neighbors that you’re committed to agricultural stewardship and protecting the environment. Start the process today by attending the IPM Academy for your Phase 1 credit.

• Bacterial leaf scorch: What tree species might be susceptible?

  Published on May 29, 2009
  

• Estimating the wholesale cost of nursery production: Software now available from MSU

  Published on June 19, 2009
  Understanding your nursery costs helps growers improve cost management and production efficiency. Accurate cost estimation helps growers set prices that enable you to recover costs and maintain profitability.

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  Use GDDTracker to schedule applications to turfgrass

  Published on March 21, 2024
  Using growing degree days is a valuable tool for predicting pest outbreaks and scheduling applications.

• Interviewing employees on the way out

  Published on October 11, 2011
  Exit interviews with departing employees can provide valuable information to farm managers to help sharpen management, correct mistakes and retain employees

• Webbed tents on branch tips are caused by fall webworm

  Published on September 5, 2008
  

• Emerald ash borer still thriving in Michigan

  Published on June 17, 2011
  Continue to check your ash trees for signs and symptoms of emerald ash borer. If found, you can choose whether to treat or replace the tree.

• Winterkill still impacting greens

  Published on July 16, 2010
  

• Cool season turfgrasses in upper Midwest lawns benefit from dormant fertilization

  Published on November 8, 2011
  Applying a winterizer fertilizer this time of year will help rebuild turf by providing the nutrients needed to build up the root system and leave you with a healthier, thicker lawn in the spring.

• Do the chilly temperatures have you wondering just how cold it got last night?

  Published on September 1, 2009
  

• Automatic hitches make it easier to connect to implements

  Published on December 14, 2011
  When hitching a wagon or other implement, a farmer may have to repeatedly climb on and off their tractor, which can be a hassle. For someone with leg or mobility impairments, this is downright painful, or even impossible.

• MDARD pesticide applicator recertification credits now available online

  Published on February 14, 2014
  Pesticide applicators in Michigan can now keep their certifications current with minimal investment in time and travel.

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  Developing the leaders you need

  Published on February 18, 2019
  When farm owners extend their view of employee development farther, much farther, they develop their business as they develop their employees.

• European chafer grub damage to peak the next two weeks

  Published on April 15, 2011
  Dig up the soil around the damaged area and look for C-shaped white grubs to confirm these are the culprit.

• Time to inventory your stored pesticides

  Published on February 28, 2011
  Before the growing season begins, take a look to ensure pesticides are stored properly and in good condition.

• Fertilizing and water smart formula

  Published on May 9, 2008
  

• Controlling weeds in turfgrass

  Published on May 15, 2009
  

• Updated agricultural employer checklist available

  Published on October 25, 2011
  MSU Extension Agricultural Employer Checklist helps agricultural employers stay current.