News

New growing degree-day maps on Enviro-weather

Published on May 24, 2016
Interpreting the newly revised growing degree-day maps on MSU Enviro-weather.
Seedheads, hawkweed and slime mold in lawns

Published on May 19, 2016
Now is when seedheads push through turfgrass, orange and yellow hawkweed flowers and slime mold covers turf blades.
Will grass grow in my shady lawn?

Published on April 28, 2016
Grasses need eight or more hours of full sunlight a day. If you’re struggling to grow grass even after water and fertilizing, a shady lawn may be the problem.
Lawn tips to save you money

Published on April 8, 2016
Five tips for maintaining a lawn while doing less and hopefully saving some cash.
Snow mold field day at Treetops Golf Course

Published on March 28, 2016
The annual MSU snow mold trial field day will be held March 31, 2016, in Gaylord, Michigan.
Pesticide applicator manual review and exam sessions in Ionia and Eaton counties

Published on February 8, 2016
Pesticide applicator manual review sessions offer excellent preparation for the Michigan pesticide licensing exam.
Caution: Moles at work

Published on December 2, 2015
Mole damage can appear differently, but it’s the same guys digging.
Pesticide applicator training and exam scheduled for Dec. 10, 2015 in Rogers City

Published on November 17, 2015
Pesticide applicator training and certification programs improve pesticide use practices in Michigan by ensuring certified applicators receive up-to-date information on pesticide regulation, handling and application.
Grub damage to lawns is being reported now in drought-stricken parts of Michigan

Published on November 2, 2015
White grub damage is being reported now because drought conditions in some areas have weakened and thinned turf root systems, making lawns much more susceptible to grub-feeding injury. Insecticide treatments may or may not be effective at this time.
Plan now for winter storage of pesticides

Published on November 2, 2015
Now is the time for producers to plan their pesticide storage for the winter.