College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

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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.

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  Grub damage to lawns is being reported now in drought-stricken parts of Michigan

  Published on November 2, 2015
  White grub damage is being reported now because drought conditions in some areas have weakened and thinned turf root systems, making lawns much more susceptible to grub-feeding injury. Insecticide treatments may or may not be effective at this time.

• Armyworm flight into Michigan causes gull problem at Comerica Park

  Published on June 15, 2007
  

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  Spring lawn care tips for the do-it yourselfers

  Published on March 31, 2020
  Spring has sprung and with temperatures forecast to warm considerably in the next week, many do-it yourselfers or those simply looking for something to do outside their home will be venturing out into their lawns.

• Stresses adding up on lawns

  Published on July 30, 2010
  

• Chinch bugs beginning to “cook” spots in home lawns

  Published on July 13, 2007
  

• U.S. agricultural labor statistics for winter 2008

  Published on April 14, 2008
  

• NCR-SARE announces 2012 call for research and education pre-proposals

  Published on April 14, 2011
  Research and Education program supports innovators with competitive research and education grants.

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

  Published on April 15, 2009
  

• Turf tips as autumn appears

  Published on September 8, 2006
  

• Entomophaga responsible for dead gypsy moth caterpillars

  Published on June 26, 2009
  

• Where can you get pesticide applicator recertification by seminar credits in Michigan?

  Published on December 13, 2011
  The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s website lists upcoming pesticide applicator renewal seminar meeting dates and locations for private and commercial applicators by month.

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  Smart lawn alternatives to protect pollinators

  Published on February 10, 2017
  Create pollinator-friendly lawns that are inviting to bees and other pollinators.

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  Who’s that digging in my yard: Skunks, raccoons or moles?

  Published on October 18, 2024
  Gain a better idea of which critter is digging up your yard or garden by the damage they cause.

• Irrigating with lake water during drought and dry weather

  Published on August 29, 2012
  Lakefront property owners have riparian right to “reasonable use” of lake water.

• State pesticide applicators certification exam now available online

  Published on June 29, 2016
  MDARD has partnered with the Metro Institute to offer computer-based testing for state pesticide certification exams.

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  Fall colors make good mulch

  Published on October 23, 2014
  Mulching leaves into your lawn is a good way to add nutrients, reduce yard waste and save time and money.

• Dandelions painting turf and lawns yellow

  Published on May 9, 2013
  Another annual rite of spring is upon us: dandelions. The best time to control will be at the puff ball stage.

• Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – July, 14 2017

  Published on July 14, 2017
  Storm damage to trees, “weedy orchid”, tar spot on maple, slugs, second generation pine needle scale, spruce needle rust.

• What is evapotranspiration and why it matters

  Published on July 25, 2012
  Under drought conditions, plants may not be able to extract water fast enough to keep up with evapotranspiration.