News
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Manage oriental fruit moths using mating disruption
Published on April 4, 2017
A guide for using mating disruption to effectively manage oriental fruit moths in Michigan tree fruit. -
Spring herbicide options for Michigan blueberries
Published on April 3, 2017
Spring is an important time to apply pre-emergent herbicides in blueberries. Here are suggestions on how to choose herbicides and effective combinations. -
What’s the difference between Roundup and Roundup For Lawns?
Published on March 31, 2017
These two different products are good examples of why understanding the difference between product names and herbicide active ingredients is critical. -
Matrix SG Supplemental Label approved for blueberry and caneberry
Published on March 29, 2017
The new Matrix label is good through March 31, 2020, to help control several annual grasses and broadleaves on blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. -
Planting disease-free potato seed is important for all potato growers
Published on March 22, 2017
Selecting and planting clean, disease-free potato seed pieces is an important first step to assuring a successful potato crop, no matter the size of your acreage. -
Obtaining and maintaining your Michigan pesticide applicator certification – Part 2 of 2
Published on March 21, 2017
One way to be eligible for recertification as a pesticide applicator in Michigan is to earn a designated number and type of continuing education credits before your certification expires. How does that work? -
Dual Magnum labeled for summer squash and strawberry
Published on March 21, 2017
Michigan approves new Dual Magnum SLN label to help control several annual grasses and broadleaves in summer squash and strawberries. -
Early-emerging cabbage maggot mows down and tunnels through roots of cole crops
Published on March 21, 2017
Review management options for cabbage maggots, a sporadic yet damaging insect pest of cole crops. -
Obtaining and maintaining your Michigan pesticide applicator certification – Part 1 of 2
Published on March 21, 2017
In Michigan, it is illegal to sell, purchase or apply restricted use pesticides without holding a valid pesticide applicator’s certification or working on your own farm under the direct supervision of someone who does. What is that and how do you get one? -
Stewart’s wilt in sweet corn 2017
Published on March 20, 2017
The severity of this insect-vectored, sweet corn disease could be low to moderate this year, based on winter temperatures.