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Pesticide applicator training and exam scheduled for Dec. 10, 2015 in Rogers City
Published on November 17, 2015
Pesticide applicator training and certification programs improve pesticide use practices in Michigan by ensuring certified applicators receive up-to-date information on pesticide regulation, handling and application. -
Great Lakes Expo chestnut session to address invasive gall wasp
Published on November 2, 2015
The chestnut session at the Great Lakes Fruit and Vegetable Expo on Dec. 8 will cover the current status of Asian chestnut gall wasp in Michigan. -
Do not mow Japanese Knotweed
Published on November 2, 2015
Japanese Knotweed, a destructive invader, will proliferate if mowed. -
Grub damage to lawns is being reported now in drought-stricken parts of Michigan
Published on November 2, 2015
White grub damage is being reported now because drought conditions in some areas have weakened and thinned turf root systems, making lawns much more susceptible to grub-feeding injury. Insecticide treatments may or may not be effective at this time. -
Fall herbicide applications in winter wheat: Should this be an option for you?
Published on October 28, 2015
Consider the potential benefits and drawbacks to fall herbicide applications in winter wheat. -
Pesticide manual review sessions in 2016 for Mid-Michigan farmers
Published on October 27, 2015
Pesticide manual review sessions, held Feb. 25 in Ionia County and March 11 in Eaton County, are for those seeking to pass the MDARD pesticide certification exam and become licensed applicators. -
Invest in next year’s harvest this fall by sampling for nematodes ahead of vegetables
Published on October 16, 2015
Tips for sampling fields for nematodes to plan next year’s vegetable rotation. -
Soybean sudden death syndrome confirmed in two new counties, Lapeer and Isabella
Published on October 12, 2015
Soybean sudden death syndrome has now been confirmed in Michigan’s Lapeer and Isabella counties. This disease is likely to become an issue for more farmers as the amount of disease inoculum may build in soil over time. -
Corn tar spot: A new disease to look out for
Published on October 12, 2015
Corn tar spot was confirmed in Indiana and Illinois. This will be a disease to keep an eye on in upcoming seasons. -
Swede midge biology and management
Published on October 12, 2015
Swede midge, an invasive pest of cole crops, has been discovered in Michigan, presenting a new management challenge where present.