News
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How to manage plant viruses in the greenhouse
Published on April 3, 2014
Insect management is critical for managing tomato spotted wilt virus and impatiens necrotic spot virus, while sanitation is the critical management strategy for tobacco mosaic virus. -
Common types of viruses of floriculture crops and their modes of transmission
Published on April 3, 2014
Impatiens necrotic spot virus and tomato spotted wilt virus differ from tobacco mosaic virus in their mode of transmission from host to host. -
Correct diagnosis is the first step to effective disease management
Published on April 3, 2014
The quality of the sample, the information in the submittal form and the shipping time are important for an accurate health plant analysis. Follow this checklist to get it right! -
What are the alternatives to grub control insecticides?
Published on April 1, 2014
A garden center owner asks about alternatives to standard grub control insecticides. Here’s a review of products and best practices. -
Planting time and powdery mildew control important for pumpkin yield
Published on March 31, 2014
Halloween and Thanksgiving wouldn’t be the same without Jack-O-Lanterns or pumpkin pie, but demand now extends from September through November for decorative types. Producing quality pumpkins during this time can be challenging. -
Planning your 2014 Christmas tree weed control program
Published on March 28, 2014
An effective Christmas tree weed management program increases tree survival, improves growth and enhances tree quality. -
Take advantage of recent MSU research and treat impatiens now to prevent downy mildew
Published on March 28, 2014
Greenhouse growers who grow bedding impatiens or double impatiens from cuttings are reminded to apply recommended fungicides to prevent downy mildew this season. Key changes for the 2014 spray guidelines based on MSU studies are presented. -
Manage your woodlands and landscape today for future success
Published on March 26, 2014
Landowners need to be mindful of pests and adopt management practices which will better ensure a healthy forest future. -
Brown marmorated stink bug spring update 2014
Published on March 26, 2014
Sightings in Michigan homes on the rise. -
Deciphering the Agriculture Act of 2014 - Farm Bill
Published on March 14, 2014
Farmers scramble to learn more about the new Agriculture Act of 2014 or “Farm Bill” before planting season starts.