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Don’t touch! How to identify and manage poison ivy in Christmas tree production – Part 1

Published on February 16, 2024
Identifying poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) early in a Christmas tree rotation can help growers develop an effective control plan.
Don’t touch! How to identify and manage poison ivy in Christmas tree production – Part 2

Published on February 16, 2024
Managing poison ivy early in Christmas tree rotation can help growers develop an effective control plan.
Becoming a greenhouse guru: Eight tips for a new grower

Published on February 15, 2024
Seasoned greenhouse growers give advice for those new to the industry.
How to identify and manage nostoc in nurseries and greenhouses – Part 2

Published on February 7, 2024
Identifying nostoc early in container production can help growers develop an effective weed control plan. Part 2 discusses the management strategies of nostoc.
How to identify and manage nostoc in nurseries and greenhouses – Part 1

Published on February 6, 2024
Identifying nostoc early in container production can help growers develop an effective control plan. Part 1 discusses the biology and identification of nostoc.
What the box tree moth quarantine means for Michigan homeowners

Published on December 13, 2023
The box tree moth quarantine has been extended to 12 Michigan counties. Here is what homeowners should know.
When it comes to Christmas trees, when is a shortage not a shortage?

Published on November 16, 2023
Michigan consumers looking for a real Christmas tree will have plenty of options.
Farm resilience starts with a solid financial foundation

Published on November 3, 2023
How the MSU Extension Farm Business Management Team and their resources can help farms build resiliency.
New USDA funding supports mentors for farmers transitioning to organic production

Published on October 2, 2023
Sign up now to be a paid mentor or mentee in the Transition to Organic Partnership Program.
Congratulations to 17 SARE grant awardees in 2023

Published on September 15, 2023
$1.3 million in new grant funds support Michigan sustainable agriculture researchers, farmers and educators.