News

Three Worker Protection Standards and Respirator Fit-Testing meetings in January 2018

Published on December 15, 2017
Register and attend one of three Worker Protection Standards (WPS) and Respirator Fit-Testing meetings in January 2018 throughout Michigan.
Join us for the 2017 Thumb Ag Day on Dec. 13

Published on December 8, 2017
Make plans to attend this premier agricultural education and trade show in Michigan’s Thumb.
Results from 2017 growing season trials available at Thumb Ag Reviews

Published on November 22, 2017
Four locations in Michigan’s Thumb region will provide learning opportunities for farmers and agribusinesses.
Pesticide recertification credits available through online IPM Academy

Published on November 21, 2017
As the end of the year approaches, growers can take advantage of the new online Integrated Pest Management Academy and earn six credits towards their Michigan Pesticide Applicators License.
New online Integrated Pest Management course now available

Published on September 22, 2017
Learn about integrated pest management and earn pesticide recertification credits with new, on-demand, online course.
Screening for herbicide-resistance has begun at MSU Diagnostic Services

Published on September 21, 2017
As suspected resistant weeds reach maturity, it is time to submit seeds for screening.
Use of byproduct lime on agricultural soils

Published on September 8, 2017
Products such as water treatment and sugar beet lime can pose opportunities and challenges for growers.
Check labels for pre-harvest intervals

Published on August 28, 2017
You cannot harvest a crop before a pre-harvest interval (PHI) expires.
Understanding growing degree-days

Published on August 25, 2017
Growing degree-days, or heat units, help growers and researchers track the development of plants and pests.
How to get Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification

Published on August 24, 2017
Review this guide for important requirements, helpful manuals and test information needed to qualify for Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification.