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Volunteer with your local beekeeping club to support beekeepers, honey bees and other pollinators

Published on September 10, 2024
Join a local beekeeping organization to contribute to organized efforts to support beekeepers, honey bees and other pollinators.
New research puts oak wilt testing within reach of homeowners

Published on September 10, 2024
Oak wilt can now be diagnosed using leaf samples, saving time and money.
Labor Day lawn chores

Published on August 27, 2024
The Labor Day holiday signals the unofficial end to summer and is a great reminder that September is a key time for homeowners looking to spruce up the lawn.
Bark to bloom: Michigan’s native dogwoods

Published on August 26, 2024
There is a dogwood for almost every garden.
Enjoying the fireflies this summer? Thank a snail

Published on August 21, 2024
Before they become fireflies, these beetles spend their immature stage as predators of garden pests.