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Aquatic plant species prohibited from sale in Michigan
Published on April 19, 2019
There are currently 18 aquatic plant species that are prohibited from sale in Michigan as they pose a threat to the local ecosystem. -
Registration now required to sell non-native aquatic plants
Published on April 19, 2019
According to a new law, all retailers of live non-native aquatic organisms must now register yearly with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. -
National workshop explores challenges and opportunities for enhancing the climate resilience of agriculture
Published on April 12, 2019
MSU leads a climate listening session for agricultural technical advisors who are helping farmers adapt to changes in the climate during the National Adaption Forum, April 23-25, 2019, in Madison, Wisconsin. -
On-demand webinars for nursery growers now available
Published on February 26, 2019
The recordings from the 2019 Winter Nursery Conference are available online. -
Boxwood blight disease identified in Michigan
Published on January 25, 2019
A serious fungal disease of boxwood that results in defoliation and decline of susceptible boxwood. A downloadable fact sheet is available. -
Determining initial pH of greenhouse and nursery substrates
Published on January 18, 2019
Prior to transplant, greenhouse and nursery growers can determine initial substrate pH by utilizing the 1:2 dilution procedure and establishes the baseline pH of the substrate. -
Press technique: Determining substrate pH and electrical conductivity of plugs and liners
Published on January 18, 2019
Utilize the press technique to determine substrate pH and electrical conductivity (EC) of plugs and liners. -
Upcoming events for greenhouse growers during January – March 2019
Published on January 4, 2019
Sign up today for many greenhouse events occurring in the coming weeks throughout Michigan in preparation for the spring growing season. -
Decreasing greenhouse expenses
Published on November 14, 2018
Growers can decrease greenhouse production costs by reducing labor, streamlining their product lines and reducing energy consumption. -
Combating root-knot nematodes in daylilies: Experimental results – Part 1
Published on October 10, 2018
New combinations of nematicides, bleach dips and ultraviolet treatments are successful in reducing the northern root knot nematode pressure on daylily rootstock.