Resources

IPM Report to Our Partners

Published on September 15, 2022
The IPM Program recently wrapped up a four-year National Institute of Food and Agriculture sponsored project. We wanted to take this opportunity to share with our partners and collaborators the important work we have accomplished together.
Alternatives to Glyphosate for Weed Control in Christmas Tree Production

Published on July 31, 2022
Due to development of glyphosate-resistant weeds and perceived issues related to the impact of glyphosate on human health, many growers desire alternative approaches to managing weeds.
Biology & Control of Canada Thistle (Cirsium arvense) in Michigan Christmas Tree Production

Published on July 12, 2022
Canada thistle is a major problem in Michigan Christmas tree production. It spreads quickly in a single season. This bulletin will help growers identify Canada thistle and develop management strategies for regulating it in their production systems.
Identification Guide to Boxwood and its Lookalikes

Published on May 12, 2022
This guide will help you identify boxwoods as well as similar-looking plants so that you can tell the difference between them.
Michigan Soil Health Progress Report

Published on October 12, 2021
The Michigan Soil Health Progress Report was developed to assist farmers, agribusiness, and agency professionals to assess the health of the soil using biological and physical indicators in the field.
Identifying & Managing Spotted Spurge (Chamaesyce maculata) in Nurseries & Greenhouses

Published on September 1, 2021
Chamaesyce maculata or Euphorbia maculata is known as spotted spurge or spotted sandmat, a common broadleaf weed in nurseries, and noncrop areas. This bulletin will help growers identify, understand its biology, and develop strategies for managing it.
Crop *A* Syst for Nursery Crop and Christmas Tree Producers (FAS114)

Published on April 13, 2021
Producers may use this bulletin to assist in becoming MAEAP verified.
DTE Energy Grow Better and Save More

Published on February 24, 2021
For growers of cannabis, food, hemp and decorative plants, crop yield and quality come first. New energy efficient lighting options can take those goals further by helping you save on energy costs.
DTE Energy Grow Energy Efficient Pilot Program Application and Agreement

Published on February 24, 2021
The DTE Energy Grow Energy Efficiently Pilot Program offers financial incentives to help enable projects that reduce energy consumption and increase cost savings for controlled environment agriculture commercial grow customers.
Consumers Energy Early Bird Bonus - Q1 2021

Published on February 24, 2021
Consumers Energy Business Energy Efficiency Programs are offering incentive bonuses under the Business Energy Efficiency Programs for qualifying projects.