News
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Preventing tick bites and detecting invasive ticks: A citizen science study
Published on June 13, 2020
Ticks are expanding across Michigan, but you can help prevent tick-borne diseases. -
EPA’s dicamba cancellation order: What does this mean for Michigan farmers?
Published on June 11, 2020
Options for weed control in Roundup Ready 2 Xtend soybean. -
Michigan chestnut scouting report – June 10, 2020
Published on June 10, 2020
Winter injury is evident around Michigan and potato leafhopper have arrived. -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 10, 2020
Published on June 10, 2020
Hybrid and juice grape bloom has started in southern Michigan. The warm weather has increased the number of phomopsis reports around the state. -
Low cost spray program for tart cherry diseases
Published on June 9, 2020
Some orchards have a smaller crop of tart cherries. Here are recommendations for low cost spray programs for cherry leaf spot. -
Using Zidua in celery
Published on June 4, 2020
What does the herbicide Zidua bring to the table for celery growers? -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 3, 2020
Published on June 3, 2020
The warm, wet weather means disease management is critical now. Prebloom webinar this Thursday, June 4. -
Twig and blossom blights in Michigan blueberries
Published on June 2, 2020
Freezes and disease cause similar symptoms on blueberry plants. Here is what to look for in your field. -
New, free poison ivy bulletin available for ID, control and more
Published on June 2, 2020
MSU Extension has released a new bulletin on identifying poison ivy, look-alike species, the irritant substance and options for control. -
Registered applicators are prohibited from using Restricted Use Pesticides
Published on June 1, 2020
As part of the MDARD’s Temporary Registered Applicator Program, registered applicators are prohibited from purchasing, applying, mixing or loading Restructured Use Pesticides.