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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. -
Butterfly gardening basics
Published on August 1, 2024
Creating a safe haven to attract butterflies can be a joyful hobby that is good for the environment. Here are some key tips for butterfly gardening success. -
Not just for monarchs! Milkweed is a vital food source for milkweed tussock moth caterpillars
Published on July 23, 2024
Milkweed tussock moth caterpillars should be welcome diners on your milkweed plants. -
Harvest-time insect alert for Michigan blueberry growers
Published on June 27, 2024
Monitoring traps and fruit sampling can improve blueberry management during the harvest season. -
New prairie strip partial budget tool
Published on June 18, 2024
What does it cost to convert cropland to prairie strips? -
Diagnostic tools for honey bee diseases online learning module
Published on June 18, 2024
An interactive online learning tool helps veterinary practitioners and beekeepers identify and diagnose common honey bee diseases and parasites. -
2023-2024 Special collection of scientific articles on honey bee research from the Journal of Insect Science
Published on June 7, 2024
A collection of articles on recent honey bee research is available for free online. -
Some cultivars of annual plants are pollinator-friendly
Published on June 6, 2024
There is a wide variation in pollinator attractiveness in the most popular annual bedding plants. -
2024 American Bee Research Conference proceedings
Published on June 6, 2024
Conference presentation abstracts highlight current research on beekeeping and honey bee health topics.