News
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Crabapples can be a star in your landscape
Published on May 9, 2011
Crabapples are colorful landscape plants that should be selected for disease resistance. -
Tips on submitting insects for identification
Published on May 6, 2011
No more guessing: Here’s how to package up insects and other arthropods for identification from the lab. -
Dandelions flowering in turf
Published on May 6, 2011
Understand the life cycle of your turf weeds and know the best time to eliminate them. -
Michigan insect population adds another species
Published on May 5, 2011
Brown marmorated stink bugs are now in Michigan, and can be a nuisance to gardeners. -
New vegetable insect pest predictive tools available on Enviro-weather
Published on May 4, 2011
New Enviro-weather features will help vegetable growers determine best time for scouting. -
Consumers associate food labeled organic as being healthier
Published on May 4, 2011
Consumer panelists perceived snack foods labeled organic to be lower in calories, and were willing to pay more for them. -
Looking at growing degree days: Just how far behind normal are we?
Published on May 3, 2011
Enviro-weather map shows degree-day deficits throughout Michigan. -
Farmers: say “yes” when local schools call
Published on May 2, 2011
Local agricultural experiences can leave lasting impressions on youth. -
New Enviro-weather tools help predict presence of damaging insect pests
Published on April 29, 2011
Know when to scout for landscape, nursery and Christmas tree insect pests by using new Enviro-weather tools. -
Make sure farmers are safe and healthy during Older American Month
Published on April 29, 2011
May 2011 is Older Americans Month, and a good time to take a close look at farm safety and health issues for senior farmers.