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Pollinator Health Meetings to provide update on Great Lakes Pollinator Health Project
Published on February 22, 2019
Three regional meetings will share how to support and build on local efforts to improve pollinator health based on MSU research and findings. -
How to determine a ripe melon
Published on February 21, 2019
Choosing a properly ripened, locally grown melon is easy in the summer, but how do you determine ripeness in the dead of winter? -
Colors in winter landscapes, forests and wetlands
Published on February 8, 2019
Take a hike on a winter’s day in the woods, along a stream or in a park and discover nature’s gifts of colorful and unique flowers and fruit. -
Demystifying GMOs for gardeners
Published on February 1, 2019
Learn more about genetically modified organisms (GMOs) during the Smart Gardening Conference in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on March 2, 2019. -
Boxwood blight disease identified in Michigan
Published on January 25, 2019
A serious fungal disease of boxwood that results in defoliation and decline of susceptible boxwood. A downloadable fact sheet is available. -
All fruit and vegetables are not created equal when it comes to proper storage conditions
Published on January 23, 2019
Knowing how to properly handle and store produce can make for a more nutritious and tasteful experience as well as decreasing your food waste and making your produce dollars go farther. -
Plant enthusiasts can attend 2019 Plants of Distinction and beat the winter doldrums
Published on January 14, 2019
Beat the winter boredoms and get energized for spring! Join nationally renowned horticulturists and fellow plant enthusiasts for the daylong Plants of Distinction seminar on Feb. 13 in Novi. -
New resources in Michigan provide seeds for pollinator habitat
Published on January 11, 2019
Project Wingspan and Bee and Butterfly Habitat Fund expand their programs to Michigan and will provide seeds to help increase pollinator habitat. -
Save the date for the 2019 Starting and Sustaining a School Garden Conference
Published on December 17, 2018
Come to Starting and Sustaining a School Garden Conference to get your garden off to a great start and keep it on track. -
Have a closer look at your boxwood wreaths this holiday season
Published on December 11, 2018
Boxwood blight has been detected on boxwood wreaths in Michigan. Suspected plants can be examined by MSU Diagnostic Services, alternatively, they can be burned or double-bagged and disposed of in the trash.