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Bacterial diseases of pumpkins: An old enemy and an emerging bacterial disease
Published on October 27, 2014
If your pumpkins had the bacterial diseases angular leaf spot or bacterial leaf spot this 2014 season, a two-year rotation away from cucurbits is needed in those fields. -
Now is the time to get familiar with resources available from Michigan Natural Features Inventory
Published on October 22, 2014
Multiple data resources created and managed by MNFI can be key to helping those who are actively managing Michigan’s biodiversity and others who simply want to learn more about Michigan’s diverse species. -
Spotted wing Drosophila monitoring effort evaluation for 2014
Published on October 21, 2014
We are encouraging Michigan fruit growers to take a short survey to measure the effectiveness of MSU Extension’s 2014 spotted wing Drosophila statewide monitoring program. -
New search engine for tree fruit diseases, pest and beneficial insects now online
Published on October 17, 2014
Try our new search tool to help in identifying diseases, insect and mite pests and beneficials of tree fruit. By using the tool, you can help us continue to improve it. -
Should you manage these five insects commonly found on coniferous and deciduous trees?
Published on October 14, 2014
Consider the severity, pest type, and prevalence when deciding on an integrated pest management strategy. -
Summary report for the Michigan brown marmorated stink bug monitoring network for 2014
Published on October 13, 2014
Brown marmorated stink bug trap catches were lower this week, and with the exception of a few hotspots, were not detected in the majority of our trapping sites. Reports of aggregations on commercial and residential buildings continue to come in. -
Farm Bill compliance dates announced
Published on October 10, 2014
2014 Farm Bill safety net programs have several compliance dates now being announced by the USDA FSA that farm landowners and tenant operators need to know. -
Biological products available for late season white mold treatment
Published on October 8, 2014
Beneficial fungus is another tool to help growers combat a common fungal disease. -
FIFRA Section 24 (c) Special Local Need Aim EC herbicide label granted for Michigan hop growers
Published on October 2, 2014
The application of Aim EC herbicide in hopyards is now permitted in Michigan, but growers will need to have a copy of the 24 (c) label in hand before application. This label is not applicable outside of Michigan. -
Nursery insecticide product recommendations for key nursery pests
Published on October 2, 2014
Michigan State University Extension releases a 2014-15 listing of insecticide products for key nursery crop pests, including alternatives to neonicotinoid insecticides for growers who will not be using them.