News

Fall armyworm damage on putting greens

Published on October 21, 2021
Fall armyworms were recently observed causing damage on a research putting green at the MSU Hancock Turfgrass Research Center.
Fall armyworm egg masses hatching now could bring new turf damage soon

Published on September 24, 2021
A fall armyworm outbreak is now causing damage to lawns, golf courses and other turfgrass in some places in Michigan.
Maintaining a grasses and sedges garden

Published on September 13, 2021
Keeping your turf alternative garden alive for the next season.
What are those dead grass tips in my lawn?

Published on May 14, 2021
Some turfgrass was injured as a result of freezing temperatures last week, but the injury is only temporary.
MSU turf students expand skills through spring internships

Published on April 20, 2021
Despite COVID-19 constraints, students receive in-person experience during the spring 2021 semester at golf courses around the country while taking online classes.
What are my options when renewing my pesticide certification?

Published on April 15, 2021
Pesticide applicators can now take their certification exam remotely.
Starting a grasses and sedges garden

Published on January 25, 2021
An alternative to turf lawns for the home gardener.
Pesticide course offered for private and commercial pesticide applicators

Published on November 17, 2020
New online course for restricted use pesticide applicators offering 12 credits.
MSU updates budgeting tools for grain producers

Published on November 6, 2020
With the presence of uncertainties, making well-informed decisions on the farm has never been more important.
Phil Durst elected vice president of the National Association of County Agricultural Agents

Published on October 28, 2020
During the 2020 virtual annual meeting of the National Association of County Agricultural Agents Phil Durst was elected to the position of vice president. Durst becomes only the fourth individual to serve in this role from Michigan in NACAA’s history.