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Spray drone demonstration for pest management in vegetable and field crops
Published on August 6, 2024
Learn and discuss with fellow vegetable and field crop growers and MSU Extension educators about drone usage for pesticide and fertilizer application, plus seeding cover crops. -
MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics names new director
Published on August 1, 2024
Plant diagnostic services continue at MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics under the new direction of Jan Byrne, PhD, following the retirement of Ray Hammerschmidt, PhD. -
The buzz on the new insect/arthropod diagnostician at MSU Plant and Pest Diagnostics
Published on July 26, 2024
Following the retirement of Howard “Bugman” Russell, Sarah Hughson has begun her role as the new insect/arthropod diagnostician. -
Inland lake habitats critical to maintaining healthy lake ecosystems
Published on July 21, 2024
Understanding the five distinct lake zones and the habitats they provide is key to restoring or maintaining lake ecosystem health. -
Chemical spills: Build a simple spill kit at home
Published on July 21, 2024
Being prepared before a spill occurs protects you, your family and helps safeguard Michigan’s water resources. -
Broadleaf helleborine: A weedy orchid invading lawns and flowerbeds
Published on July 18, 2024
Updated methods for combating broadleaf helleborine. -
Michigan well and pump records can reveal much about the geology of your home site
Published on June 2, 2024
If you have a private drinking water well, your Water Well and Pump Record can help you understand what potential drinking water contaminants may exist in your area. -
Grass photography tips for ID: Help us help you!
Published on May 9, 2024
Need help identifying a grass? Learn how to capture those critical photos that can help your identifier. -
A prolific crop of maple tree seedlings are sprouting up in lawns across Michigan
Published on April 26, 2024
It's not unusual to see tree seedlings sprouting up in lawns in spring, and this year is no different. Many homeowners inquire about spraying herbicides to eliminate these pesky, diminutive trees, but the best answer is to keep mowing. -
Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of
Published on April 17, 2024
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.