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Pocket of paradise: A second case study of establishing large-scale prairie planting
Published on February 21, 2022
Creating a habitat to support biodiversity and ecological restoration in mid-Michigan. -
An update on increasing the abundance of samurai wasps for biological control of brown marmorated stink bugs
Published on February 9, 2022
Redistribution efforts of an important natural enemy of brown marmorated stink bugs show signs of success. Over 27,000 samurai wasps have been reared and released across 34 sites in Michigan and we have a second year of evidence of overwintering success. -
Sign up now for the 2022 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program
Published on January 31, 2022
Hands-on, goal-oriented learning beginning March 7, 2022. -
Scab-immune apple varieties are worth a try
Published on January 31, 2022
Managing apple scab with fungicides and resistant apple varieties. -
Learn the basics about growing your own vegetables
Published on January 26, 2022
Self-paced online Smart Gardening with Vegetables 101 course now available for registration. Fifty percent off through March 31. -
MSU Organic Farmer Training Program graduates grow their farm vision
Published on December 23, 2021
Nineteen talented beginning and aspiring farmers gain skills to grow food and community. -
What do I need to know about lead before planting vegetables?
Published on December 22, 2021
In situations where heavy metals may be high in the soil, selecting certain vegetables to grow can lower the risk of heavy metal exposure. -
Climate change requires smart gardening
Published on December 8, 2021
Help your garden adapt to climate change. -
Using rain gardens to improve water quality: Part 1
Published on December 7, 2021
Rain gardens are a great way to improve the water quality in your community and building one can be a great activity for kids! -
Rain gardens part 2 – rain garden plants
Published on December 2, 2021
Rain gardens resemble regular perennial gardens and borders but have a more important function in the landscape. Learn more about which plants to include in your family’s rain garden.