College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

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  Freezing temperatures likely across Michigan

  Published on May 7, 2020
  Cold outbreak brings prolonged freeze risk.

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  How to choose and when to apply grub control products for your lawn

  Published on May 22, 2020
  Not all the grub control products on store shelves will be effective this spring. Here’s how to choose and use the right one for your lawn.

• Armyworm caterpillars scalping turf in some places

  Published on July 13, 2007
  

• A question from emeraldashborer.info

  Published on April 16, 2010
  The following email question was routed to me from www.emeraldashborer.info

• Fall turfgrass establishment

  Published on August 27, 2010
  

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  Top eight take-home messages of the urban pollinator conference

  Published on December 6, 2017
  A complex topic of pollinator decline was discussed and demystified for attendees of the 2017 Protecting Pollinators in Urban Landscapes Conference.

• E-Verify: new Internet-based program to verify employment eligibility

  Published on February 10, 2009
  

• European chafer grubs are hungry

  Published on March 16, 2012
  Warm, March weather has made European chafer grubs active in lawns, golf course roughs, and low-maintenance turf sites. Watch for dead patches or bare soil over the next two weeks.

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  Excessive rain taking a toll on turfgrass

  Published on July 9, 2015
  Near record-breaking rainfall amounts in June have resulted in some turfgrass areas starting to suffer from waterlogged soils, diseases and nutrient deficiencies.

• Many Enviro-weather tools have new features

  Published on April 16, 2010
  

• Early spring lawn activities

  Published on March 24, 2011
  This time of year it may be difficult to resist the urge to go do something to the lawn just to get outside. Here are some do’s and don’ts for early lawn care.

• Weeds flowering in turf

  Published on May 7, 2010
  

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  MSU PSEP launches Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic to support Michigan applicators and certified crop advisers recertification

  Published on November 21, 2025
  The MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP) introduces a new webinar series offering Michigan pesticide applicators RUP credits and up-to-date training on safety and regulations, with CEU opportunities available for certified crop advisers.

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  Ag talk: I gave my presentation, but did my farmers listen to me?

  Published on December 26, 2019
  A good speech will increase your audience's willingness to practice the ideas delivered during your presentation.

• 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.

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  Ataenius and cutworms feeding on golf courses

  Published on July 18, 2014
  In the last week, both Ataenius grubs and cutworms have been observed feeding in Poa annua and creeping bentgrass putting greens.

• Save these dates –upcoming programs for landscape professionals

  Published on May 27, 2011
  Join us July 21 and July 29 to improve your diagnostic skills, earn recertification credits and network with colleagues.

• Butterflies, moths, skippers, oh my?

  Published on May 4, 2006
  

• Fungi in lawns getting interesting

  Published on May 10, 2012
  The rainfall over the last couple of weeks has resulted in some interesting sightings in lawns.

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  Spring blooming lawn and garden weeds: A focus on winter annual identification and management

  Published on April 5, 2024
  Understand your spring blooming lawn and garden weeds for better control.