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  • Managing Phytophthora root rot in Christmas tree plantations

    Published on May 22, 2025
    Careful site assessment and species selection are critical to minimizing the impacts of this potentially devastating disease.

  • Washtenaw County Black Farmers Fund: 2025 emergency mini-grant application still open

    Published on May 21, 2025
    Application deadline for up to $5,000 closes May 31, 2025.

  • MDARD in-person core review and testing offered in Oakland County on May 28

    Published on May 1, 2025
    Participants will review the core manual and take the pesticide applicator test. Private and commercial core, fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available. Participants can receive four core RUP credits.

  • Christmas tree field report – April 28, 2025

    Published on April 30, 2025
    Updates on pest management, scouting and farm notes from Christmas tree producers across Michigan.

  • Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of

    Published on April 25, 2025
    An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.

  • Recently labeled herbicide Frequency available for Christmas tree production

    Published on April 22, 2025
    Applications of Frequency can improve weed control and prevent weed resistance to other herbicide products.

  • Guidelines to assist growers with the H-2A program and immigration preparedness on the farm: Part 2

    Published on April 18, 2025
    Information to help community members and growers understand the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Workers program and steps for worker safety.

  • 2025 Status of herbicide-resistant weeds in Michigan

    Published on April 17, 2025
    Each year, new herbicide resistance cases are confirmed by MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics.

  • Christmas tree field report – April 14, 2025

    Published on April 16, 2025
    Updates on pest management, scouting and farm notes from Christmas tree producers across Michigan.

  • Updated pesticide management guide for Michigan Christmas tree growers

    Published on March 28, 2025
    The updated 2025 Michigan Christmas Tree Pest Management Guide is available to assist growers in scouting and pesticide management decisions.

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