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MSU Extension publications that help minimize yield loss from diseases and other pests
Published on January 12, 2015
Try shop.msu.edu to order your 2015 MSU Extension bulletins in print or PDF format. It’s easy, fast and convenient. -
Field crop management update set for February 5
Published on January 8, 2015
The field crop management update will help farmers and crop consultants learn about new pests and changes to 2015 MSU Extension insect, weed, disease and fertilizer recommendations. -
Kitchen moths: Winged invaders in kitchen-land
Published on January 8, 2015
Little, tan moths are a common thing to find in kitchens during the winter months. -
Getting the most from your pre-emergent vegetable herbicide
Published on January 5, 2015
Understanding how pre-emergent herbicides work can help vegetable producers use them more effectively and safely. -
Ag Action Day 2015 to include hops production sessions
Published on December 30, 2014
Michigan State University Extension will host Ag Action Day 2015, an agriculture and home horticulture networking and educational event, Jan. 30, in Oshtemo Township, Michigan. -
The winter season highlights snow fleas
Published on December 29, 2014
Snow fleas, Hypogastrura nivicola (Hypogastrurida), are tiny creatures that we usually only notice while there is snow on the ground. These little creatures are uniquely adapted to cold weather conditions. -
Pesticide manual review sessions for mid-Michigan farmers
Published on December 22, 2014
Pesticide manual review sessions are for those seeking to pass the MDARD pesticide certification exam and become licensed applicators. The 2015 review sessions take place Feb. 26 in Ionia County and March 11 in Eaton County. -
Disease or disorder: How do I tell the difference? Part 2
Published on December 22, 2014
Recognizing diseases on vegetable transplants in the greenhouse can improve your scouting. A prerecorded webinar on vegetable diagnostics is available at the Online IPM Academy. -
Disease or disorder: How do I tell the difference? Part 1
Published on December 22, 2014
Learn how to identify disorders to ease your scouting in the greenhouse and field. A prerecorded webinar on vegetable diagnostics is now available at the Online IPM Academy. -
Controlling downy mildew on impatiens in greenhouses in 2015
Published on December 18, 2014
Recommendations for the control of downy mildew on impatiens were modified for 2015 based on recent Michigan State University research results.