News
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Bee, wasp or hornet nest: Which one is it?
Published on November 8, 2019
Before you go about destroying a nest, you need to determine whether it is a nest of bees, wasps or hornets.
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7 Things to know about samurai wasps, a natural enemy of brown marmorated stink bugs
Published on November 4, 2019
The brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) is controlled in its home region of Asia by samurai wasps. The wasps are now found in the United States and could help control BMSB in Michigan.
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Upper Peninsula Extension Master Gardeners recognized for volunteer service
Published on October 25, 2019
Extension Master Gardeners volunteered over 3,330 hours focused around teaching others about proper gardening techniques with close to 7,900 people reached.
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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.
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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.
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Identifying and preventing freeze damage in fall vegetables
Published on October 4, 2019
Recent frost advisories are relevant for late-season vegetables.
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MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics gets a brand-new website
Published on September 24, 2019
We invite you to explore our new website to learn about new services and reconnect with our diagnosticians.
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Why is sap dripping from my magnolia tree?
Published on September 23, 2019
Scale insects causing sap to drip from trees have a critical time window for control.
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September fertilization and rust on turf
Published on September 12, 2019
Stretches of dry and hot weather this summer resulted in some lawns being stressed and slow to recover. Fertilizer applications in September will ensure the turf maintains density and competes with pests such as weeds and rust.
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Tips for seeding lawns in September
Published on September 12, 2019
September is the ideal time for seeding turfgrass in Michigan.
