News
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Pesticide manual review classes offered in southeast Michigan in 2020
Published on October 17, 2019
Participants can prepare for the pesticide applicator certification exam by attending one of the optional review classes scheduled in multiple counties in southeast Michigan.
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Category-specific pesticide review classes offered in January 2020
Published on October 7, 2019
Prepare for specific category (7A, 3A, 6 and FUM) exams by attending optional pesticide review classes from Jan. 6-9, 2020, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Limited seating is available, so register early.
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Pesticide manual review class offered in Washtenaw County
Published on October 1, 2019
Participants can prepare for the pesticide applicator certification exam by attending an optional review class on Nov. 18, 2019, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics gets a brand-new website
Published on September 24, 2019
We invite you to explore our new website to learn about new services and reconnect with our diagnosticians.
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Preparing golf course turf for winter
Published on September 12, 2019
Now is the time to prepare golf course turfgrass for surviving the upcoming winter.
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September fertilization and rust on turf
Published on September 12, 2019
Stretches of dry and hot weather this summer resulted in some lawns being stressed and slow to recover. Fertilizer applications in September will ensure the turf maintains density and competes with pests such as weeds and rust.
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Tips for seeding lawns in September
Published on September 12, 2019
September is the ideal time for seeding turfgrass in Michigan.
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Using climatology to estimate first freezing temperatures of the fall season
Published on August 30, 2019
Statistics help narrow down the timing of first freezing temperatures across Michigan.
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Pythium root rot diseases on golf courses
Published on July 19, 2019
Pythium root rot diseases, seldom a problem in Michigan, are currently causing stress on golf course putting greens.
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How to protect pollinators in urban landscapes and gardens
Published on July 11, 2019
A new 2019 update is now available for the most complete guide to protecting pollinators while gardening, growing flowers or managing trees, shrubs or turfgrass in urban areas.
