College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

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  The heat is on: Protect golf course turf during high temperatures

  Published on June 23, 2025
  High temperatures will stress turfgrass in the next week. Here are simple reminders as the heat ramps up.

• Core aeration and dethatching of lawns

  Published on September 4, 2009
  

• Isolation distances to protect water quality

  Published on December 2, 2011
  Water quality can be impacted on Michigan farms by virtue of distance the practice has to surface water and wells.

• Pesky turfgrass diseases

  Published on July 28, 2006
  

• 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.

• How to best handle the dismissal of employees

  Published on September 18, 2008
  

• Large flight of June beetles could mean more grubs next year

  Published on May 23, 2011
  Will June beetles create a problem in your turf? Some considerations and what to do about it.

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  Enviroweather welcomes new project coordinator

  Published on September 7, 2018
  Michigan State University Enviroweather welcomes Keith Mason as project coordinator, beginning Sept. 4, 2018.

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  Timing crabgrass preemergence applications in spring

  Published on March 7, 2025
  When is the correct time to apply crabgrass preemergence herbicides in the spring?

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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.

• Your farm and the Families First Act

  Published on April 16, 2020
  Do you know how the Families First Coronavirus Response Act will affect your farm and your employees?

• Spring 2006: a season of memorable blooms

  Published on May 5, 2006
  

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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.

• 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.

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  Helping your turf during dry and hot weather

  Published on July 7, 2020
  Throughout much of Michigan, lawns are under stress from high temperatures and lack of rainfall.

• 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.

• Turf and lawn tips during wet, cool weather

  Published on June 13, 2013
  Cool, wet weather has impacted turf growth, fertilizer applications and turf health.

• Cool season turfgrasses in upper Midwest lawns benefit from dormant fertilization

  Published on November 8, 2011
  Applying a winterizer fertilizer this time of year will help rebuild turf by providing the nutrients needed to build up the root system and leave you with a healthier, thicker lawn in the spring.

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  FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard — Part 2

  Published on May 8, 2018
  The new respirator requirements for the updated Worker Protection Standard requires growers complete a respirator fit test annually.

• 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.