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Safeguard against spreading the invasive box tree moth

Published on March 20, 2026
Have you noticed heavy box tree moth damage on your boxwoods this season? Here's what you need to know about safely disposing of infested plants.
MSU Christmas Tree 2026 Spring Meeting registration now open

Published on March 16, 2026
Get a jump start for spring with information on Christmas tree weed management, sprayer calibration, planting practices, and scouting tips.
Bulletins Live! Two and PALM hands-on training coming to Huron County

Published on March 13, 2026
Confused on all this talk about Bulletins Live! Two and Pesticide App for Label Mitigations (PALM)? Come join MSU Extension on March 25 to learn more.
SARE professional development and graduate student grants now open

Published on March 3, 2026
Professional development grants up to $120,000 for train-the-trainer projects and $20,000 graduate student grants both fund sustainable and regenerative agriculture in Michigan and the North Central U.S.
New boxwood diagnostic tool now available to help Michigan homeowners protect their landscapes

Published on March 2, 2026
Check out our new user-friendly diagnostic guide designed to help you quickly identify common problems affecting boxwood shrubs and determine practical next steps for treatment and prevention.
Pesticide label changes coming to a shelf near you

Published on March 2, 2026
Agricultural pesticide applicators need to carefully review labels for changes related to the Endangered Species Act.
MSU Extension to host farm succession planning seminar in West Branch

Published on March 2, 2026
A practical seminar to help farm families move forward with clarity and confidence.
MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program releases educational videos to support pesticide training

Published on March 2, 2026
The Michigan State University Extension Pesticide Safety Education Program has a new series of educational videos to support pesticide safety training efforts across Michigan.
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants

Published on February 10, 2026
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you.
Pesticide applicator core review, MDARD testing and RUP credits offered in Flint on February 24

Published on January 28, 2026
Participants will review the core manual and take the private or commercial core, fumigation or aerial standard test. If space is available, participants can register and receive four core RUP credits.