College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

• Webbed tents on branch tips are caused by fall webworm

  Published on September 5, 2008
  

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  Spring lawn care tips for shoreline homeowners

  Published on April 21, 2023
  Healthy lawns can help slow and filter surface runoff; it is also important to understand turf maintenance can affect water quality, especially fertilizer and pesticide applications.

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  Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of

  Published on April 25, 2025
  An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.

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  Tips for managing lawns during high temperatures

  Published on June 23, 2025
  High temperatures and heat indexes have been stressing turfgrass lately. Michigan State University Extension offers simple reminders as the heat continues this week.

• Final fall turf chores

  Published on September 24, 2010
  

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  Broadleaf weeds white clover and black medic are now flowering in turf

  Published on June 1, 2017
  A long-term strategy to reduce white clover and black medic in turfgrass is to ensure adequate fertility levels.

• It’s a “Clean Sweep” of outdated, unused and unwanted pesticides

  Published on April 14, 2011
  Pesticide and mercury disposal in Michigan is safe, free and available at 18 sites throughout the state.

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  Tips for seeding lawns in September

  Published on September 12, 2019
  September is the ideal time for seeding turfgrass in Michigan.

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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.

• March madness: Turf tips for spring

  Published on March 20, 2009
  

• Black flies in southern Michigan

  Published on May 8, 2009
  

• Thinking turf in the early spring

  Published on March 16, 2007
  

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  Southwest Michigan pesticide collection date nears

  Published on May 10, 2018
  Unusable pesticides can be properly disposed at the upcoming southwest Michigan Clean Sweep event.

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  Fall armyworm egg masses hatching now could bring new turf damage soon

  Published on September 24, 2021
  A fall armyworm outbreak is now causing damage to lawns, golf courses and other turfgrass in some places in Michigan.

• Microdochium patch on golf courses

  Published on May 10, 2012
  Microdochium patch (pink snow mold) has been active on golf courses with the recent rainfall and cool temperatures.

• Exploring alternatives for disease control on trees and shrubs

  Published on May 23, 2008
  

• 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.

• Recent emergences of European chafers have been causing problems

  Published on May 20, 2009
  

• Look out for European crane flies and turf damage in October around Grand Rapids and Detroit

  Published on September 19, 2013
  Watch for European crane fly damage to lawns and golf courses in October and next April and May. To be prepared, here are photos of European crane fly larvae, adults and turf damage.

• Understanding tree reversions

  Published on June 17, 2011
  Why there’s a “tree growing out of your tree” and what to do about it.