News
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What should I do if I find a swarm of bees?
Published on April 18, 2024
Contact a local beekeeper if you find a swarm of honey bees. -
Register today for the MSU Chestnut Chat 2024 Summer Series
Published on April 18, 2024
You’re invited to join the Michigan chestnut community for in-season discussions about commercial chestnut production. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with conservation for soil health
Published on April 17, 2024
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on April 25 as Abby Smith with the Natural Resources Conservation Service discusses conservation practices. -
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. -
Excellence in Insect Science Symposium leverages insect-focused solutions to global grand challenges
Published on April 16, 2024
The Michigan State University Department of Entomology presents the Excellence in Insect Science Symposium (EIS), an event designed for idea generation and building collaboration to address global grand challenges. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 16, 2024
Published on April 16, 2024
Warm weather has rapidly advanced bud development this week. Peaches are beginning to bloom in the region. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 16, 2024
Published on April 16, 2024
This is the first fruit update of the season. Watch for frost this weekend. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update - April 16, 2024
Published on April 16, 2024
Focus on primary apple scab control this week. -
New herbicide labels for Michigan vegetable crops in 2024
Published on April 16, 2024
Some new herbicides with known modes of action have been labeled for field use, and companies continue to add uses to older product labels. -
Pollinator stewardship during fruit crop bloom
Published on April 16, 2024
As bees come into fruit farms during bloom, growers can protect pollinators and minimize pesticide exposure.