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Registration for online root zone management course now open
Published on November 4, 2024
Participants will learn about water quality, plant nutrition and irrigation management in this three-month, self-paced online course. Registration closes Jan. 1, 2025. -
Registration for online greenhouse and horticultural lighting course now open
Published on November 4, 2024
Participants will learn about photoperiodic versus photosynthetic lighting in this three-month, self-paced online course about greenhouse and horticultural lighting. Registration closes Jan. 1, 2025. -
Register for the online Abiotic Disorders of Greenhouse Crops Course
Published on November 4, 2024
The course will guide you through the diagnostic process to learn what cultural, environmental, or nutritional factors can cause plant symptoms in greenhouse crops. -
Register now for online biological control for greenhouse growers course
Published on November 4, 2024
Students will learn fundamental concepts and research-based information in this three-month, self-paced online course. Registration closes Jan. 1, 2025. -
Sign up today for four greenhouse online courses
Published on November 4, 2024
Now through Jan. 1, 2025, you can sign up for four greenhouse production online courses: Abiotic Disorders of Greenhouse Crops, Greenhouse and Horticultural Lighting, Biological Control for Greenhouse Growers, and Floriculture Root Zone Management. -
The 2024 southwest Michigan field crops season in review
Published on October 31, 2024
Each growing season brings its own unique opportunities and challenges. This article summarizes the weather, pests and learnings from the 2024 crop season in southwest Michigan. -
MSU researcher receives USDA grant to develop new biopesticide for invasive spotted wing drosophila
Published on October 31, 2024
The $325,000 grant is a partnership with Indiana University supported by the USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture. -
Registration now open for the 2024 Integrated Crop and Pest Update
Published on October 31, 2024
Get the latest research-based recommendations on improving farm profitability and managing pests, diseases and weeds. -
Spongy moth basics
Published on October 30, 2024
Spongy moth infestations are in the future – know the basics of spongy moth and be prepared. -
Registration now open for the Michigan Greenhouse Growers Expo
Published on October 29, 2024
Education sessions focus on plant production, greenhouse operations, pest management and specialty cut flowers.