News

Lymantria dispar populations are high: What conifer growers need to know

Published on April 16, 2021
There were extremely high populations of Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, during 2020 and we anticipate elevated populations this year. Scout and treat spruce, fir and Douglas fir for gypsy moths.
Changes in the nursery and Christmas tree inspection programs

Published on March 26, 2021
Changes in the pine shoot beetle federal quarantine and improvements to the MDARD inspection program that may affect nursery and Christmas tree growers.
Utility companies offer incentives for energy-efficient lighting

Published on February 24, 2021
Check with your utility provider to see if there are rebates or incentives to install energy-efficient lighting.
A mobile-friendly guide for weed identification in nurseries and landscapes is now available

Published on December 11, 2020
This important weed identification tool can be downloaded for free to view on smart phones and tablets.
Coronavirus relief programs for nontraditional commodities webinar to be held Tuesday, Nov. 24

Published on November 20, 2020
Join us to learn more about how these valuable programs can benefit your farm and what they might mean for your farm taxes.
Spotted lanternfly: A colorful cause for concern

Published on November 12, 2020
Learn how to identify and report any sightings of this invasive pest.
On-demand 2020 Nursery Conference now available

Published on September 21, 2020
Nursery growers can now access the free, on-demand 2020 virtual nursery conference. Topics include water issues, oak wilt, liverwort control, biological control and boxwood blight.
Enviroweather adds an additional station at North Central Michigan College

Published on July 15, 2020
The new station will serve commercial and community agriculture and provide hands-on education in Emmett County.
How to identify and manage common groundsel in nurseries and greenhouses

Published on June 15, 2020
New fact sheet on identifying and controlling common groundsel (Senecio vulgaris) in nurseries and greenhouse container production.
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.