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IPM Academy to offer continuing education credits
Published on January 23, 2012
Need more continuing education credits in 2012? The IPM Academy on February 20-21 will offer 16 Pesticide Recertification credits, 9 Certified Crop Advisor credits, MAEAP Phase I credits, and 7 Certified Green Industry Professional credits! -
Are the “kids” back on the farm?
Published on January 18, 2012
MSU Extension’s IPM Academy on February 20-21 can bring the newest generation of farmers up to speed on pest management in a variety of cropping systems. -
Interested in sustainable pest management? Try the IPM Academy
Published on January 3, 2012
Michigan State University Extension is hosting an Integrated Pest Management Academy designed to bring participants to a new level of success with their IPM decisions and practices. -
Michigan’s Right To Farm celebrates 30 years
Published on October 5, 2011
The Right to Farm Act affects everyone. A wide variety of crop and livestock production strengthens our farm economy and helps to enhance the natural environment. -
Monitoring peach and nectarine ripening
Published on July 25, 2011
Picking peaches and nectarines at the right stage can be tricky. Here are some tips to help make the eating experience great. -
Deadline for 2009 disaster payments looms
Published on July 24, 2011
July 29, 2011 is the deadline for fruit, row crops, vegetable and other crop producers to sign up for 2009 SURE Disaster Program. -
Report on brown marmorated stink bug task force meeting in Pennsylvania
Published on June 28, 2011
MSU’s tree fruit experts are learning from East Coast experience about the brown marmorated stink bug. None have been found yet in Michigan in 2011. -
2011 Michigan peach harvest date prediction
Published on June 21, 2011
The harvest of Michigan peaches is expected to be behind last year, but in line with the long term average. -
2011 Hands-on tree fruit IPM update series
Published on May 6, 2011
Discuss pest problems and management strategies at tree fruit workshops offered throughout northwest Michigan. -
Control options for mites in fruit crops
Published on May 3, 2011
There are many pesticides to control mites but their performance varies. This table will help you select the right product for your needs.