College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

• Bare ground is warmer

  Published on March 18, 2008
  

• Spring 2006: a season of memorable blooms

  Published on May 5, 2006
  

• Add aphids to the list of emerging pests for this season

  Published on June 19, 2009
  

• European crane flies discovered in Waterford

  Published on June 12, 2009
  

• Loss of exotic pines in Michigan from pine wilt disease

  Published on March 3, 2011
  Non-native pines in Michigan landscapes are susceptible to the often fatal pine wilt disease caused by the pinewood nematode

• 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.

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  Michigan Turfgrass Foundation makes $1 million lead gift to Michigan State University to endow a chair in Turfgrass Pathology

  Published on January 5, 2022
  A $1 million gift from the Michigan Turfgrass Foundation to the Michigan State University (MSU) College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) launches a $5 million campaign to endow the Joe Vargas Chair in Turfgrass Pathology.

• Mosquito super emergence

  Published on August 12, 2011
  Has anybody noticed that there are more than a few mosquitoes out right now?

• Chemical spills: Take quick action to avoid injury

  Published on June 22, 2012
  Knowing what to do when a spill occurs protects you, your family and helps safeguard Michigan’s water resources.

• Fasciation: A weird plant deformity

  Published on April 27, 2007
  

• Dry weather could mean grub damage in lawns

  Published on September 18, 2009
  

• 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.

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  What are the alternatives to grub control insecticides?

  Published on April 1, 2014
  A garden center owner asks about alternatives to standard grub control insecticides. Here’s a review of products and best practices.

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  Don’t miss registering for 2017 Protecting Pollinators in Urban Landscapes Conference

  Published on September 12, 2017
  Arborists, city foresters, lawn and landscape professionals, public or private garden managers and golf course superintendents will benefit from attending this conference.

• U.S. agricultural labor statistics for winter 2008

  Published on April 14, 2008
  

• How to get effective grub control in your home lawn - update 2009

  Published on April 15, 2009
  

• Updated agricultural employer checklist available

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

• New Michigan online water withdrawal tool available

  Published on March 20, 2009
  Editor’s note: This article is from the archives of the MSU Crop Advisory Team Alerts. Check the label of any pesticide referenced to ensure your use is included.

• Disaster Resiliency Requires Accounting for Unique Family Needs

  Published on May 9, 2011
  The June 2011 emergency preparedness goal for the Do1Thing website is about making families more disaster resilient by planning for the unique needs of each family.

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  What are my options when renewing my pesticide certification?

  Published on April 15, 2021
  Pesticide applicators can now take their certification exam remotely.