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The future of using drones in nursery production
Published on July 19, 2018
Drones have the potential to revolutionize the nursery industry as inventory and labor continue to be challenges for the industry. -
Right plant, right place: Malta
Published on July 12, 2018
Plants have adapted over time to a specific series of growing conditions. Malta is an example of a place with interesting plants that have evolved to tolerate the harsh Mediterranean climate. -
Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – June 12, 2018
Published on June 12, 2018
Maple petiole borers, balsam twig aphids, four-lined plant bugs, rose chafers, bat bugs and carpenter bees are active. Delphinella shoot blight is visible on Concolor fir, and the “Weed Control Guide for Christmas Trees” has been updated. -
Don’t become another deadly statistic
Published on May 23, 2018
Farm safety is even more critical when employee numbers are down and farmers are asking more of everyone, even their children. -
FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard – Part 1
Published on May 8, 2018
As of January 2018, three requirements were added to the Worker Protection Standard. -
Master Gardener Program teaches horticulture and changes lives
Published on April 30, 2018
The Michigan State University Extension Master Gardener Program changed Daniel Miraval’s life. -
Topdressing container nursery plants for liverwort control
Published on March 12, 2018
Rice hulls can be an effective tool to suppress liverwort and weed seed germination in container nursery production. -
Webinar on PGR tips for Michigan greenhouse growers
Published on March 6, 2018
Tune in March 16 for a free webinar on plant growth regulator (PGR) tips for Michigan greenhouse growers. -
Vegetative cutting and young plant propagation resources
Published on February 26, 2018
A series of recent articles will help greenhouse growers prepare for the peak of spring production season, reduce plant losses and increase plant quality -
In-house nutritional monitoring app provides optimal substrate pH and EC levels
Published on February 7, 2018
e-GRO launches an in-house nutritional monitoring app that provides optimal substrate pH and EC levels of greenhouse, floriculture and vegetable crops.