News
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Boxelder bugs are a real nuisance this time of year
Published on March 25, 2011
Here are some tips in managing and controlling the harmless, yet nonetheless bothersome, boxelder bug. -
Why are my Douglas fir turning brown?
Published on March 24, 2011
Winter injury or infection from needlecast diseases could be turning your Douglas fir brown. -
Soil organic matter can decrease leaching potential of pesticides.
Published on March 24, 2011
Every chemical has a risk of moving through the soil profile, leaching and getting into groundwater. One variable that can minimize the risk of leaching is organic matter. -
Early spring lawn activities
Published on March 24, 2011
This time of year it may be difficult to resist the urge to go do something to the lawn just to get outside. Here are some do’s and don’ts for early lawn care. -
CAT Alerts are moving to join news.msue.msu.edu
Published on March 23, 2011
CAT Alerts are joining a new effort to bring you more timely information from MSU Extension. -
Common purslane, weed it or reap?
Published on March 22, 2011
Common weed may provide niche marketing opportunity for entrepreneurial growers. -
Teachers increase water stewardship teaching skills
Published on March 21, 2011
Teachers participate in Project WET training to make their current curriculum fun and activity oriented. -
Cocoa mulch and dogs
Published on March 21, 2011
Many dog owners are concerned about the safety of cocoa mulch around their pets. -
Mulch: Just do it!
Published on March 21, 2011
Mulching is one of the best practices to ensure you have healthy trees and shrubs. -
Are you prepared to take shelter during an emergency?
Published on March 18, 2011
Shelter for yourself and your family during a disaster is the topic for March 2011 on website www.do1thing.us.