News
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Michigan pesticide applicator recertification credits available in person and online before the end of the year
Published on October 31, 2022
Growers needing a few more credits to renew their pesticide applicator license have some online and in-person opportunities available. -
Podcast celebrates 50 years of integrated pest management progress
Published on October 11, 2022
Join researchers and educators as they reflect on the past, present and future of integrated pest management. -
MSU Organic Farmer Training Program now in Detroit and East Lansing
Published on September 16, 2022
New partnership with Keep Growing Detroit leads to a hands-on learning site. -
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 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. -
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. -
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.