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Strawberry root weevils: An uninvited late season guest that shouldn’t alarm you
Published on August 6, 2026
Strawberry root weevils are an outdoor insect looking for a safe space. -
Soil Savvy workshop helps gardeners build healthy soil
Published on July 28, 2026
Join MSU Extension in Lansing on Saturday, August 15 for a hands-on workshop on how to build healthy soil for a thriving garden. -
Winter cover crops: Preparing your garden for spring
Published on July 21, 2026
After the fall harvest, many home gardeners pack up their tools and wait for spring. But this quiet season is actually a great time to improve your soil using winter cover crops. -
Boxwood leafminer: A hidden pest in plain sight
Published on May 26, 2026
Springtime reveals damage from a boxwood pest that was active last summer. -
Carpenter ants nesting in trees and homes
Published on April 13, 2026
Carpenter ants in trees and houses are an indicator of a moisture and decay problem. Locating the problem gives you the opportunity to act. -
In-season crop rotation: Boosting garden health with cover crops
Published on March 23, 2026
Crop rotation is a time-tested gardening method that helps reduce pests, improve soil health and increase yields. -
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants
Published on February 10, 2026
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you. -
MSU researcher examines impact of management practices on Michigan farms
Published on December 19, 2025
Partnering with farmers across Michigan, Dr. Christine Sprunger is examining how soil health and biodiversity can be improved through land management -
Lead concerns for gardeners: Reducing health risk
Published on October 21, 2025
Gardeners concerned about lead in their soil can reduce the risk of harm to their health. -
Invasive jumping worms: Background, identification and control
Published on October 21, 2025
Take action now to protect your garden and slow the spread of these invasive pests.
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