News
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Can I harvest garden vegetables after a frost?
Published on September 20, 2016
You can delay your garden harvest of some root crops and greens until after a frost and still have a bountiful harvest. -
Pair parsnips and sweet potatoes to savor Michigan’s fall flavors
Published on September 19, 2016
Michigan State University Extension’s Michigan Fresh factsheets on Parsnips and Sweet potatoes provide safe handling and storage tips. -
Giving back to a community garden
Published on September 14, 2016
FoodCorps service member recognizes the 9/11 National Day of Service in Suttons Bay school garden. -
Losing most of Michigan’s eastern hemlock resource is a real possibility
Published on September 13, 2016
An insect responsible for the loss of much of the eastern United States Appalachian region’s hemlock trees has found its way into Michigan. The hemlock woolly adelgid poses a threat to the state’s valuable hemlock stands. We need a call to action. -
Managed Pollination Protection Plan meetings are gathering important feedback
Published on September 13, 2016
Stakeholders gave their input on developing Michigan’s Managed Pollinator Protection Plan at recent listening sessions. More meetings are available to attend. -
Fall is the time to enjoy and plant Michigan garlic
Published on September 12, 2016
Michigan State University Extension's Michigan Fresh garlic provides safe handling and storage tips. -
Identifying mushrooms: There is more to it than you might realize
Published on September 9, 2016
The best way to learn how to identify mushrooms and fungi is to join a local mycology association and get hands-on experience with experts. -
Golf courses may be experiencing fungicide resistance
Published on September 8, 2016
A shorter interval of control is an indicator of fungicide resistance. -
It isn't fall yet, so why are my tree's leaves yellow?
Published on August 31, 2016
Extreme pH levels and drought can cause chlorosis in trees. What are the clues? -
MIFFS women in agriculture vermicomposting project
Published on August 29, 2016
A vermicomposting project on a Flint area women’s development farm has been established to help improve soil and plant health, and build community self-reliance.