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Early season onion weed control
Published on May 20, 2015
Time to begin post-emergence weed control applications in onions in Michigan. -
Helpful tips for scouting alfalfa during the growing season – Part 1: Insects
Published on May 19, 2015
Scouting for summer problems such as insect pests can potentially save time and boost profits. -
Pine needle scale crawlers may be hatching soon
Published on May 18, 2015
Lilac bloom is a good indicator that pine needle scale first generation is beginning to hatch and the tiny crawlers are emerging. -
Improve your chestnut IPM program with these easy tips
Published on May 15, 2015
Scouting and integrated pest management (IPM) resources for chestnut growers are available through Michigan State University. -
Mites found on conifers – scout now for activity
Published on May 15, 2015
Large numbers of mites have been found on several conifers species. Make sure you’re scouting fields for mite activity. -
Chlorothalonil use for pre-shuck split cherry leaf spot control
Published on May 15, 2015
Chlorothalonil is recommended for cherry leaf spot control early in the season, but under current wet conditions this spring, growers need to maintain the 10-day retreatment interval between chlorothalonil applications. -
Protect new grape shoots from early-season fungal diseases
Published on May 12, 2015
Cover spring grapevine growth with fungicides or other protectants this rainy spring. -
Apple flea weevils detected in organic apple orchard in northwest Michigan
Published on May 12, 2015
A high population of apple flea weevils, an old orchard pest, has been found in a northwest Michigan organic apple orchard. -
Applying Apogee to apples in 2015
Published on May 12, 2015
Apple growers should protect valuable blocks with an increased seasonal rate. -
The challenges of disease control during rainy spells
Published on May 12, 2015
Extended periods of rainy weather spell “feast” for fungal plant pathogens, since they are highly dependent on moisture for their growth and infection.