News

Wet spring conditions create challenging turfgrass conditions

Published on May 24, 2018
Warm temperatures and excessive rainfall have turfgrass growth surging.
Tree, turf and ornamental plant update — May 11, 2018

Published on May 11, 2018
Winter injury on many different plants is visible, and gypsy moth, white pine weevil adults, ticks, stink bugs and boxelder bugs are active.
FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard — Part 2

Published on May 8, 2018
The new respirator requirements for the updated Worker Protection Standard requires growers complete a respirator fit test annually.
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.
Tips for reseeding lawns in spring

Published on April 20, 2018
Spots of your lawn may need reseeding this spring.
Worker Protection Standard training requirements for growers

Published on March 14, 2018
A summary of Worker Protection Standard (WPS) training requirements and some resources to help you stay compliant.
Michigan Conservation Stewards Program helps ready the next squad of citizen scientist superheroes

Published on January 2, 2018
Volunteer leader training program inspires Michigan residents to engage in local conservation efforts.
Top eight take-home messages of the urban pollinator conference

Published on December 6, 2017
A complex topic of pollinator decline was discussed and demystified for attendees of the 2017 Protecting Pollinators in Urban Landscapes Conference.
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.
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County

Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917.