News
-
Plants’ defense against insects is a bouquet
Published on December 13, 2018
A study led by post-doctoral scholar Andrea Glassmire sheds light on how a blend of chemicals strengthens plants’ defense against insect pests.
-
Pesticide manual review and exam in Eaton County set for March 25
Published on December 12, 2018
The pesticide manual review provides a helpful training exercise for people taking the MDARD certification exam to become licensed applicators. To those already licensed, this review session will offer four recertification credits.
-
Christmas tree research webinar series starts January 30
Published on December 11, 2018
Learn about current research projects that will help growers effectively produce and market high-quality trees.
-
Have a closer look at your boxwood wreaths this holiday season
Published on December 11, 2018
Boxwood blight has been detected on boxwood wreaths in Michigan. Suspected plants can be examined by MSU Diagnostic Services, alternatively, they can be burned or double-bagged and disposed of in the trash.
-
New grapevine virus testing services at MSU starting in summer 2019
Published on December 3, 2018
Based on a grapevine virus survey, MSU Diagnostic Services is developing new laboratory tests to diagnose problems in Michigan’s vineyards. Watch for details as we develop this service.
