News
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MSU Extension workshops for beekeepers
Published on September 3, 2014
Join us Sept. 12 or 19 to learn about honey removal from bee hives, mites and wintering strategies. -
Colorful stems, bright green leaves and a powerhouse of nutrients
Published on September 2, 2014
Swiss chard is a vegetable “star” with its impressive list of health promoting nutrients. -
Are tomatoes and potatoes with late blight safe for eating and canning?
Published on September 1, 2014
Late blight on tomatoes and potatoes is a devastating fungal disease that has surfaced in Michigan. -
Labor Day lawn chores
Published on August 28, 2014
The Labor Day holiday signals the unofficial end to summer and also a great reminder that September is a key time for homeowners looking to spruce up the lawn. -
Tomato late blight pressure is high
Published on August 22, 2014
Tomato late blight disease is widespread in home gardens. -
Smart soils using the MSU Home Lawn and Garden Soil Test Mailer
Published on August 21, 2014
Fall is an excellent time to tune up your garden or lawn for the coming year by taking a soil test. -
Walnut anthracnose is putting an early end to many leaves
Published on August 13, 2014
Yellow, spotted leaves are falling from walnut trees due to the annual visit of this fungal disease known as walnut anthracnose. -
Grow it! Cook it! Eat it! Workshop series offered in fall 2014
Published on August 12, 2014
Learn how to grow, store and prepare a variety of fresh vegetables by attending one or all of these mid-Michigan workshops on Sept. 2, Oct. 1 or Nov. 12. -
The rise and fall of the fall webworm
Published on August 11, 2014
It’s August and time for the annual visit of this generally harmless showstopper known as the fall webworm. -
Garden safety for kids part 1: Getting ready for the garden
Published on August 11, 2014
How to pick the best day for gardening.