News
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Irrigation management to reduce cost and foliar disease
Published on June 1, 2020
Understanding the disease triangle, water management and leaf wetness influence on foliar disease, when to apply a fungicide, and a review of what we’ve learned so far on how to best manage tar spot.
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Severe grub damage spotted in northern Michigan grass hay field
Published on June 1, 2020
White grubs can cause extensive damage in grass hay fields as well as a handful of other field crops. Scouting is a critical first step for management.
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Gypsy moth caterpillars are out and about
Published on June 1, 2020
Oaks and many other trees are likely to be defoliated by gypsy moth this summer in many areas of Lower Michigan.
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Registered applicators are prohibited from using Restricted Use Pesticides
Published on June 1, 2020
As part of the MDARD’s Temporary Registered Applicator Program, registered applicators are prohibited from purchasing, applying, mixing or loading Restructured Use Pesticides.
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What’s all the excitement about cicadas?
Published on May 28, 2020
After spending many years underground, these insects have a coordinated emergence and a loud song that can’t be ignored.
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Effectively controlling plum curculio in stone and pome fruits
Published on May 28, 2020
With the recent warm weather and wet conditions, plum curculio will be on the move into orchards. Be prepared to control this pest at this time.
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New 2,4-D formulation offers greater safety for berries, tree fruit and nut tree crops
Published on May 28, 2020
A 2,4-D choline formulation is now available for controlling or suppressing broadleaves weeds in pome and stone fruits, tree nuts and and various berry crops.
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Weed control considerations before planting dry edible beans
Published on May 28, 2020
There are several key points to consider before planting dry beans when controlling weeds.
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Fungicide options to combat Fusarium head blight
Published on May 28, 2020
A new fungicide on the market claims to widen the window for treatment of Fusarium head blight.
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MSU Extension’s grape scouting reports for 2020
Published on May 27, 2020
Michigan State University Extension will provide weekly reports of scouting efforts across the state, covering many parts of grape growing including vine phenology and horticultural updates, pest and disease management, and weather.
