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Farmers facing isolation – stay connected, it’s good for you
Published on May 1, 2020
The inherent nature of the agricultural occupation is independent. Isolation is often linked to impacts on mental health and loss of life by suicide. -
Farm resilience starts with a solid financial foundation
Published on April 30, 2020
Handling low profits means you need to manage the financial risks affecting your operation. -
Farm safety: COVID-19 health screening requirements for essential employees
Published on April 29, 2020
New health screening requirements for essential employees will help keep our farms safe and ensure that they can keep running during this pandemic. -
Ralstonia solanacearum race 3 biovar 2 detected in greenhouse geraniums
Published on April 22, 2020
Local officials are involved due to the tight regulation of this bacterial pathogen. -
Weed management strategies in greenhouses – Part 1: Non-chemical weed control strategies
Published on April 22, 2020
Non-chemical weed control methods inside greenhouses and enclosed structures for ornamental crop production. -
Weed management strategies in greenhouses – Part 2: Chemical weed control strategies
Published on April 22, 2020
Chemical weed control methods inside greenhouses and enclosed structures for ornamental crop production. -
Michigan pesticide applicators receive temporary emergency license extension
Published on April 21, 2020
Governor Whitmer’s Executive Order 2020-52, released April 17, 2020, grants certain pesticide applicators a temporary extension of their expired applicator’s certificate during the current declared states of emergency and disaster. -
Resources for greenhouse growers, florists and retailers during the COVID-19 pandemic
Published on April 20, 2020
There are many resources for both wholesale and garden retails on methods to hold crops and implement social distancing at garden centers. -
Garden center retail survival strategy series: Thinking through the shopping experience
Published on April 20, 2020
Garden retailers should plan for a safe shopping experience for customers by implementing social distancing, curbside pick up and touchless payment options. -
Garden center retail survival strategy series: Communicating in extraordinary times
Published on April 20, 2020
Own the moment with frequent, honest and persistently positive messages.
