News
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Why so few monarchs this season?
Published on July 26, 2016
Monarch populations appear to be down this year in Michigan. Here’s why and what you can do to help. -
MSU Plant Trial Field Day on August 2, 2016
Published on July 19, 2016
Growers, retailers and landscapers of ornamental plants are invited to this annual event Aug. 2, 2016, to learn about new plants and how they perform in gardens. -
Together at the Farm: U.P. Local Food Conference to be Held
Published on July 15, 2016
Renowned Small Farm and Organic Expert, Eliot Coleman to Speak at Local Food Conference -
Beneficial insects can contribute to natural pest suppression
Published on July 13, 2016
Xerces Society offers conservation biocontrol short course at Kellogg Biological Station July 25, 2016. -
Discover best plants to support beneficial insects at upcoming field day
Published on July 12, 2016
Register to attend this Aug. 2, 2016, field day where MSU researchers will demonstrate optimal plants for season-long support of crop pollinators and biocontrol agents. -
Preserving and preparing plums
Published on July 12, 2016
Michigan grown plums will soon be ready. -
Keep garden soils moist during a drought
Published on June 30, 2016
Prevent drought stress in your garden and landscape by checking soil moisture. -
Egyptian walking onions – what are these strange-looking plants?
Published on June 30, 2016
Egyptian walking onions are not from Egypt and they don’t walk, but they are onions! -
Earthworms can be an indicator of soil health
Published on June 29, 2016
Simple steps to determine worm populations in your field covered at MSU Agriculture Innovation Day. -
2016 Michigan Garden Plant Tour
Published on June 23, 2016
Greenhouse growers, landscapers and garden center and nursery operators are invited to visit leading young plant growers and the MSU gardens from July 25 to Aug. 5, 2016.