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Managing Diplodia tip blight
Published on April 28, 2021
Diplodia tip blight can kill the current year’s growth of trees of any age. Time fungicide applications to protect new growth from bud break through full candle elongation. -
Oak Wilt Awareness Month in Michigan
Published on April 27, 2021
This campaign raises awareness about oak wilt prevention guidelines: avoid wounding trees between April 15-July 15, seal accidental wounds, do not move firewood, and take prompt action to control outbreaks. -
Bands from Weir’s cushion rust visible on infected spruce needles
Published on April 15, 2021
Yellow spots or bands are visible on infected Serbian and Colorado blue spruce needles. Weir’s cushion rust can cause discoloration and pre-mature needle loss. -
Forestry Student Spotlight – Lee Spangler
Published on April 1, 2021
Lee Spangler shares his passion on public education and the many benefits of forests. -
MSU named Top 10 agriculture and forestry college in new report
Published on March 23, 2021
Michigan State University is among the top-rated agriculture and forestry colleges worldwide, according to the Quacquarelli Symonds World University Ranking by Subject report released in March 2021. -
Forestry Graduate Student Spotlight – Shivan Gc
Published on March 10, 2021
Shivan Gc, Ph.D. Candidate, is interested is the economics and decision making processes of natural resource management using economic models and social theories. -
Forestry Undergraduate Student Spotlight – Andy Deleruyelle
Published on February 23, 2021
Andy Deleruyelle shares his experience in forestry and environmental engineering. -
Lab focuses on addressing emerging forest diseases
Published on February 18, 2021
Work includes addressing oak wilt in Michigan -
MSU entomology researcher focuses on biological control methods for invasive species
Published on February 5, 2021
Partnering with state agencies to respond to swallow-wort vines