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Michigan beekeepers and growers featured in Honey Bee Health Coalition’s Bee Integrated Demonstration Project
Published on April 22, 2022
Videos showcase strong relationships and communication between Michigan growers and commercial beekeepers to support honey bee health and pollination. -
Scab-immune apple varieties are worth a try
Published on January 31, 2022
Managing apple scab with fungicides and resistant apple varieties. -
Assessing frost and freeze damage to flowers and buds of fruit trees
Published on March 30, 2021
How to assess the impact of a freeze on early fruit development. -
Creepy, orange fungus attacking junipers
Published on May 15, 2020
Cedar-apple rust fungi looks creepy, but rarely causes significant damage to junipers. -
Fertilizer basics for the smart gardener
Published on January 15, 2020
Fertilizers can be applied to enhance growth in plants that exhibit a deficiency or require higher nutrient levels for success. -
MSU Extension’s Lawn and Garden Hotline continues to assist callers
Published on October 15, 2019
Available now Monday thru Friday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST, statewide responder teams answer calls. -
What’s the difference between horse chestnuts and sweet chestnuts?
Published on October 9, 2019
Chestnuts are a delicious staple to many meals, but some types are toxic and shouldn’t be eaten. -
Biological control of brown marmorated stink bug in Michigan
Published on July 24, 2019
As a pest that feeds on a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, pest management of brown marmorated stink bugs likely means biological control. -
Got lawn and garden questions? Contact MSU Extension’s free hotline.
Published on May 16, 2019
MSU Extension Consumer Horticulture staff and specially trained Extension Master Gardeners are available during the day, Monday through Friday to assist with your gardening questions. -
Rhubarb: A spring-time delicacy with pucker power
Published on March 20, 2018
Rhubarb is thriving in home gardens this time of year. When little else is available in the garden to eat, rhubarb gets us ready for even more Michigan grown foods.