News
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Black vine weevil damage to rhododendrons
Published on July 7, 2011
Black vine weevil feeds on the roots and leaves of rhododendrons and many other broadleaved evergreens. -
June drop of fruit in fruit trees
Published on July 6, 2011
Poor pollination is likely why your fruit trees are dropping small fruit. -
White pine weevil damage is being seen now in evergreens
Published on July 6, 2011
White pine weevils may be the reason why the tops of some evergreens are turning brown. -
Velvet galls caused by tiny eriophyid mites
Published on July 5, 2011
Tiny eriophyid mites create abnormal growth on leaves with little impact to the tree’s health. -
Pork does not have to be well done
Published on July 5, 2011
Revised cooking guidelines for meat were released by USDA. What does this mean in the kitchen or at the grill? -
Brown recluse spiders in Michigan
Published on July 1, 2011
Recent findings of brown recluse spiders in Michigan are likely from small, isolated populations living in the state. -
Forecasting insect activity by noting plant development and degree days
Published on July 1, 2011
Predict insect activity by watching plant development and checking the accumulation of degree days. Here’s how. -
Japanese beetles are on the way
Published on July 1, 2011
Avoid pruning your plants in July or August. Unless, of course, you plan on serving pie to Japanese beetles. -
July is the best time to treat for European chafer grubs on home lawns
Published on July 1, 2011
If you haven’t taken steps to deter grubs and your lawn has suffered from grub damage in the past, now is the time to apply an insecticide. -
Road to Independence workshops aid budding entrepreneurs
Published on June 27, 2011
The MSU Product Center and Michigan State University Extension are offering “The Road to Independence”, an introduction to starting a business, which addresses planning, marketing, financial considerations and community resources.