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Farm resilience starts with a solid financial foundation
Published on November 3, 2023
How the MSU Extension Farm Business Management Team and their resources can help farms build resiliency. -
Heroes to Hives program registration is open for the 2024 beekeeping season through Michigan Food & Farming Systems
Published on November 1, 2023
Michigan State University Extension provides educational resources and hosts hands-on beekeeping workshops to veterans in the program. -
We can all help prevent oak wilt
Published on October 30, 2023
Knowing the safest time to prune oaks and understanding more about the disease is the best way to help prevent oak wilt. -
Getting rid of wasp nests
Published on October 24, 2023
How to deal with wasp nests and decide when they need to be removed. -
Michigan pesticide applicator review sessions, recertifications credits, and testing options for winter 2023 through spring 2024
Published on October 19, 2023
Frequently asked questions about when and where pesticide applicators can earn education credits or take the certification exam. -
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening
Published on September 14, 2023
Collect weed seeds September-October to submit for herbicide resistance screening. -
Soil testing through MSU Extension
Published on August 30, 2023
MSU Extension home lawn and garden and commercial soil tests provide access to personalized fertilizer recommendations for thousands of Michigan residents every year. -
Why test soil in the fall?
Published on August 28, 2023
Compared to spring, fall is an ideal time for soil testing. Here’s why. -
Dealing with storm-damaged trees
Published on August 25, 2023
Deciding which trees to save after a storm often requires careful inspection. When in doubt, always consult with a professional arborist before working around damaged trees. -
Drive-by botany: Joe Pye weed and ironweed
Published on August 24, 2023
Profiles of common Michigan roadside flora in mid-August 2023.