College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

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  EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan may impact pesticide applicators in Michigan

  Published on November 11, 2024
  Pesticide applicators may experience label changes aimed at protecting particularly vulnerable endangered species.

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  Serious about drones? Attend the Tri-State UAV Field Day Aug. 27

  Published on July 13, 2018
  Join us in Ohio for a UAV workshop to learn more about data collection and geographic data analysis using drones for people working in agriculture.

• Black vine weevil damage to rhododendrons

  Published on July 7, 2011
  Black vine weevil feeds on the roots and leaves of rhododendrons and many other broadleaved evergreens.

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  Suspected annual bluegrass weevil on golf course in Michigan

  Published on June 13, 2022
  Suspected annual bluegrass weevil has been initially identified on a golf course in southeast Michigan. This is a significant pest for golf course turf, especially annual bluegrass, and if confirmed will be the first occurrence in Michigan.

• Managing stressed turf

  Published on August 10, 2007
  

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  Golf courses may be experiencing fungicide resistance

  Published on September 8, 2016
  A shorter interval of control is an indicator of fungicide resistance.

• FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard – Part 1

  Published on May 8, 2018
  As of January 2018, three requirements were added to the Worker Protection Standard.

• Spring grub damage on golf course roughs and home lawns

  Published on May 1, 2009
  

• Controlling crabgrass after it emerges

  Published on June 27, 2013
  Crabgrass has emerged in many turf and lawn areas, and there are several herbicide options available for post-emergence control.

• Uniform water application essential for irrigated plots and research

  Published on June 6, 2014
  Assuring Irrigation system uniformity is an essential step in conducting irrigated crop research and demonstrations.

• Final fall turf chores

  Published on September 24, 2010
  

• New irrigation planning checklist

  Published on November 17, 2011
  When planning a new irrigation system for your farm a little organization can help avoid mistakes. The following check list has been collected from several well-seasoned irrigators and irrigation sale people.

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  Guidelines to assist growers with the H-2A program and immigration preparedness on the farm: Part 2

  Published on April 18, 2025
  Information to help community members and growers understand the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Workers program and steps for worker safety.

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  Tree, turf and plant update – June 2, 2017

  Published on June 2, 2017
  Scout for four-lined plant bug, spruce spider mite and lecanium scale crawlers.

• 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.

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  Identifying risks for COVID-19 exposures in the workplace: Agriculture

  Published on July 27, 2020
  A new online tool helps agricultural employers evaluate and reduce COVID-19 exposure risks.

• Seedheads in lawns

  Published on May 19, 2011
  Seedheads in lawns are a natural process that can’t be avoided, but keeping your mower blade sharp and applying fertilizer will help the lawn be healthy and good looking.

• Winterkill on golf courses

  Published on March 25, 2010
  

• A question about milky spore applications and grubs

  Published on April 13, 2012
  Wondering if milky spore applications work well for grub control? Find out here!

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  Tree, turf and ornamental plant update — May 11, 2018

  Published on May 11, 2018
  Winter injury on many different plants is visible, and gypsy moth, white pine weevil adults, ticks, stink bugs and boxelder bugs are active.