College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

• Inland lake habitats critical to maintaining healthy lake ecosystems

  Published on July 21, 2024
  Understanding the five distinct lake zones and the habitats they provide is key to restoring or maintaining lake ecosystem health.

• Mid-May lawn activities

  Published on May 16, 2008
  

• Maple scorch, wilting and dieback remain a mystery

  Published on July 24, 2009
  

• Watch for grub problems in home lawns this fall

  Published on September 5, 2008
  

• Easy way to support tree planting in Michigan parks

  Published on June 19, 2009
  

• Crabgrass on the rise

  Published on June 18, 2010
  

• New look for Enviro-weather means easier use for you

  Published on January 20, 2010
  

• 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.

• Enviro-weather tip: Create shortcut to key reports

  Published on April 24, 2007
  

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  Registered applicators are prohibited from using Restricted Use Pesticides

  Published on June 1, 2020
  As part of the MDARD’s Temporary Registered Applicator Program, registered applicators are prohibited from purchasing, applying, mixing or loading Restructured Use Pesticides.

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  Labor Day lawn chores

  Published on August 27, 2024
  The Labor Day holiday signals the unofficial end to summer and is a great reminder that September is a key time for homeowners looking to spruce up the lawn.

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  Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County

  Published on October 19, 2017
  Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917.

• White clover and black medic infesting turf

  Published on May 17, 2012
  White clover and black medic are both currently flowering in lawns and other turf.

• Safe pesticide storage tips

  Published on February 28, 2011
  Check your storage area to ensure you are taking advantage of these practices for best results.

• Enviro-Weather: New look, new tools

  Published on March 20, 2009
  

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  Lawn turf update - July 6, 2023

  Published on July 6, 2023
  Lawns have recovered following the dry conditions the last couple months but now many diseases are appearing.

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  Controlling yellow nutsedge in turfgrass

  Published on June 29, 2022
  Yellow nutsedge is appearing in turfgrass. This article describes nutsedge and presents control options for homeowners and professional applicators.

• Honey bee colony collapse disorder

  Published on May 17, 2007
  

• A friendly fungus and a friendly fly take a toll on forest tent caterpillar

  Published on May 28, 2010
  

• Freeze injury on turf

  Published on April 11, 2012
  Yes, your lawn can freeze. Recent low nighttime temperatures below 30°F have resulted in freeze injury on turf.