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New MSU research puts oak wilt testing within reach of homeowners

Published on September 10, 2024
Oak wilt can now be diagnosed using leaf petiole samples, saving time and money.
Volunteer with your local beekeeping club to support beekeepers, honey bees and other pollinators

Published on September 10, 2024
Join a local beekeeping organization to contribute to organized efforts to support beekeepers, honey bees and other pollinators.
How to rebloom your poinsettia

Published on September 9, 2024
Reblooming your poinsettia can be a fun and rewarding activity.
Labor Day lawn chores

Published on August 27, 2024
The Labor Day holiday signals the unofficial end to summer and is a great reminder that September is a key time for homeowners looking to spruce up the lawn.
Bark to bloom: Michigan’s native dogwoods

Published on August 26, 2024
There is a dogwood for almost every garden.
Managing brown marmorated stink bugs in homes

Published on August 14, 2024
How to prevent and get rid of brown marmorated stink bugs in your home or building.
MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics names new director

Published on August 1, 2024
Plant diagnostic services continue at MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics under the new direction of Jan Byrne, PhD, following the retirement of Ray Hammerschmidt, PhD.
The buzz on the new insect/arthropod diagnostician at MSU Plant and Pest Diagnostics

Published on July 26, 2024
Following the retirement of Howard “Bugman” Russell, Sarah Hughson has begun her role as the new insect/arthropod diagnostician.
Identifying and managing magnolia scale

Published on July 26, 2024
Sticky plants, sticky sidewalk, sticky drops falling from the magnolia tree? Look to the branches, it’s probably magnolia scale.
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.