• Staying current with Enviro-weather

  Published on June 18, 2009
  

• Chemical spills: Build a simple spill kit at home

  Published on July 21, 2024
  Being prepared before a spill occurs protects you, your family and helps safeguard Michigan’s water resources.

• Many Enviro-weather tools have new features

  Published on April 16, 2010
  

• Weeds flowering in turf

  Published on May 7, 2010
  

• Butterflies, moths, skippers, oh my?

  Published on May 4, 2006
  

• Clarification on dollar spot in home lawns

  Published on August 22, 2008
  

• Heat tracking damage on lawns

  Published on June 24, 2011
  Traffic from people or mowers on turf that is under stress from high temperatures may result in heat tracking damage.

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  How much water does your lawn irrigation system apply?

  Published on July 8, 2020
  As dry conditions persist, knowing how much water your irrigation system applies is critical for maintaining healthy turf.

• Scouting for weeds: Ground ivy (creeping Charlie)

  Published on April 13, 2007
  

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  Preparing golf course turf for winter

  Published on September 12, 2019
  Now is the time to prepare golf course turfgrass for surviving the upcoming winter.

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  When should I fertilize my lawn during spring?

  Published on March 20, 2015
  Patience is more than just a virtue when it comes to fertilizing lawns in spring. There is no benefit to fertilizing frozen soil.

• FAQ regarding new Worker Protection Standards changes

  Published on January 17, 2017
  Frequently asked questions regarding the new Worker Protection Standards requirements for medical evaluations and fit testing for respirator use.

• Pesticide applicator training and exam scheduled for Dec. 10, 2015 in Rogers City

  Published on November 17, 2015
  Pesticide applicator training and certification programs improve pesticide use practices in Michigan by ensuring certified applicators receive up-to-date information on pesticide regulation, handling and application.

• Fall cankerworms: Another shade tree pest makes an appearance this spring

  Published on May 29, 2009
  

• Respirator guidelines to meet new Worker Protection Standards

  Published on April 10, 2017
  Growers will need a medical evaluation and respirator fit test to handle and apply some pesticides this season.

• Integrated pest management resources at MSU

  Published on April 1, 2013
  As the 2013 season approaches, get up-to-date on the latest resources and tools to help you make in-season pest management decisions.

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  Plant identification? There’s an app for that—actually several!

  Published on March 26, 2024
  2024 update, Amaranth species plus trees/shrubs added! Plant identification apps for smart phones have seen significant improvements over the past several years, offering the opportunity to take a photo and get an instant identification in many cases.

• Seedheads in lawns

  Published on May 7, 2011
  

• Raise your mower height to 3.5 inches to help grass withstand grub damage

  Published on October 10, 2011
  Mowing turf to 3.5 inches will help it develop a larger root mass that can recover from grub damage with less pesticide use.

• Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – June 15, 2017

  Published on June 16, 2017
  Dry conditions, leaf drop on maple, rose chafer and forest tent caterpillar are active. Scout for scale crawlers. Symptoms of fungal pathogens are showing up.