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  Linda Hanson, Ph.D.

  USDA-ARS Plant Pathologist/ Adjunct Prof. - Soil-borne pathogens, fungi, sugar beet & rotation crops, diversity/ interaction w/ cropping systems
  linda.hanson@usda.gov
  517-353-0208
  

• East Michigan fruit update – April 24, 2018

  Published on April 24, 2018
  Warmer temperatures over the last few days have finally started to push some early growth in fruit crops.

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  Northwest Michigan Fruit Update – Aug. 11, 2020

  Published on August 11, 2020
  Most tart cherry harvest is wrapped up across the region except for a small pocket of growers finishing in the far north. Apples are noticeably starting to color on many varieties.

• East Michigan fruit update – May 1, 2018

  Published on May 1, 2018
  Spring is finally upon us, pushing green tissue development in most fruit crops. With rain predicted late in the week, apple growers are covering today and tomorrow for their first possible apple scab infection period.

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  Consult breeder culture sheets for success with new cultivars

  Published on March 20, 2024
  New petunia cultivars with color patterns can be sensitive to some plant growth regulators and production temperatures. Make it a habit of consulting culture sheets developed by breeding companies for guidance on how to grow new and existing cultivars.

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  David Ortega Provides Expert Testimony to Congress

  Published on April 26, 2018
  David Ortega, Ph.D., assistant professor in AFRE, provided expert testimony for a congressional hearing of the U.S. China Economic Security Review Commission on Thursday, April 26, 2018 in Washington, DC.

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  Enhancing dairy farm performance through a focus on calf health

  Published on January 1, 2019
  One area that needs more attention is calf health, according to Angel Abuelo, assistant professor in the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – May 14, 2019

  Published on May 14, 2019
  Apple trees are moving nowhere fast.

• Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – April 2, 2024

  Published on April 2, 2024
  The region is cooling off after a hot start to the growing season.

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  Summer vacation finds teachers in school exploring Great Lakes watersheds on Lake Huron (Part 2)

  Published on August 28, 2014
  Summer Institute Lake Huron educators gain a watershed perspective toward student learning opportunities through Great Lakes water science and stewardship experiences.

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  Gardening in shade: Choose from a “smart” plant palette

  Published on April 27, 2015
  Know the growing requirements of shade-loving plants and the surrounding site before you buy.

• West Michigan tree fruit regional report – June 21, 2016

  Published on June 21, 2016
  Don’t let your guard down during the dog days of summer.

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  Saginaw Bay area vegetable regional report – June 18, 2014

  Published on June 18, 2014
  Pest pressures across the region vary, and rain would be nice.

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  MSU hosts virtual field day on precision livestock farming

  Published on September 21, 2020
  Michigan State University hosted a precision livestock farming virtual field day Wednesday, Oct. 7.

• Boxwood insect pests

  Published on May 16, 2013
  Consumers and landscape professionals need to be aware of three important pests that can plague the boxwood shrub.

• Selecting Corn Hybrids and Soybean Varieties for 2011

  Published on December 10, 2010
  

• Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – April 7, 2015

  Published on April 7, 2015
  Spring is off to a slow start following two brutally cold winters, colder than most fruit growers can remember.

• Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 28, 2013

  Published on May 28, 2013
  The pleasant temperatures have brought cherries out of the shuck – looks like we have a good set so far.

• West central Michigan tree fruit regional report – June 16, 2015

  Published on June 16, 2015
  Heavy rains should lead to the end of primary apple scab.