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Register for the online Abiotic Disorders of Greenhouse Crops Course

Published on October 30, 2025
The course will guide you through the diagnostic process to learn what cultural, environmental, or nutritional factors can cause plant symptoms in greenhouse crops.
Register now for online biological control for greenhouse growers course

Published on October 30, 2025
Students will learn fundamental concepts and research-based information in this three-month, self-paced online course. Registration closes Jan. 1, 2026.
Registration for online root zone management course now open

Published on October 30, 2025
Participants will learn about water quality, plant nutrition and irrigation management in this three-month, self-paced online course. Registration closes Jan. 1, 2026.
Enhance your skills with four greenhouse online courses

Published on October 30, 2025
Now through Jan. 1, 2026, you can sign up for four greenhouse production online courses: Abiotic Disorders of Greenhouse Crops, Greenhouse and Horticultural Lighting, Biological Control for Greenhouse Growers, and Floriculture Root Zone Management.
Michigan Greenhouse Growers Expo 2025 delivers practical production and marketing strategies for next season

Published on October 28, 2025
Growers will learn from leading university and industry experts on plant quality, consumer engagement and pest management.
Invasive jumping worms: Background, identification and control

Published on October 21, 2025
Take action now to protect your garden and slow the spread of these invasive pests.
Winter canola planting progress across Michigan

Published on October 21, 2025
Canola planting kicks off in Michigan! Read more for updates from the field on canola crop progress, insect pests and crop disease.
Session de Revisión, en inglés y español, para Aplicadores de Pesticidas y Examen de MDARD en La GLEXPO 2025 –– 11 de diciembre, 2026

Published on October 20, 2025
Al final de la sesión, tome el examen de MDARD para obtener la licencia o si ya la tiene obtenga los créditos RUP para renovarla.
New box tree moth alert for Michigan homeowners and residents, now available in English and Spanish

Published on October 10, 2025
his updated alert provides an overview of box tree moth to help residents prepare as this invasive insect continues to spread in Michigan. English and Spanish versions now available.
2025 GLEXPO Pesticide Applicator Review and MDARD Testing offered in English and Spanish, December 11

Published on October 9, 2025
Register now for the Pesticide Core Review Training at GLEXPO 2025 on December 11. Participants can take the MDARD RUP test in the afternoon in English or Spanish and earn RUP credits. Don’t miss this opportunity!