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Downy mildew detected on cukes in Muskegon and Allegan, several counties have positive spores in air samples

Published on July 25, 2022
All Michigan cucumber and melon growers should employ downy mildew fungicides now.
Will gas prices keep employees at home?

Published on June 15, 2022
The cost to employees of filling their gas tank may make some think twice about driving to work. What can employers do to recognize the stress on employees and keep them working?
First cucurbit downy mildew spores identified in air samples in Bay and Saginaw counties

Published on June 13, 2022
Growers urged to scout cucumbers and melons and check MSU’s downy mildew website for updates.
Go green: Recycling horticultural plastics

Published on May 26, 2022
Many horticultural plastics can be recycled with private Michigan companies or a pilot Agricultural Plastic Film Recycling Program in Eaton County.
How to identify and manage hairy bittercress in nurseries and greenhouses – Part 2

Published on May 20, 2022
Managing hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta L.) early in container production can help growers improve their ornamental production.
How to identify and manage hairy bittercress in nurseries and greenhouses – Part 1

Published on May 20, 2022
Identifying hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta L.) early in container production can help growers develop an effective weed control plan.
Scout, rogue and repeat to reduce the spread of chili pepper mild mottle virus

Published on April 15, 2022
Growers who have chili pepper mild mottle virus (CPMMoV), a viral plant disease, should scout their crops, test and rogue out the symptomatic plant material, and then sanitize for the best outcome.
How profitable does 2022 look for your farm?

Published on April 12, 2022
The MSU Cash Flow Estimator can help your farm answer this question.
Best annual and perennial varieties according to the 2021 Michigan Plant Trials

Published on April 5, 2022
MSU and each cooperating firm in the Michigan Garden Plant Tour trialed varieties throughout last summer and chose their best-of-the-best and visitor favorites from the 2021 trials.
Spring seminar series for specialty cut flower growers

Published on February 23, 2022
Online series addresses some of the most commonly asked questions in specialty cut flower production.