Pest Control
Wolverine State warns about spotted lanternfly movement
Michigan authorities are reminding shippers that transport plants or plant parts to California to be aware California may require a certificate of spotted lanternfly quarantine compliance. The destructive spotted lanternfly has... more »
2023 World Ag Expo releases new product winners
World Ag Expo is honoring companies competing in a new farm products competition. The event has named winners of the 2023 Top-10 New Products Competition. The winning entries are scheduled to be showcased during the... more »
Cherry Threat: Scientists work to fight little cherry disease
Researchers are working to combat little cherry disease (LCD), which has become more prevalent in Washington and Oregon since 2010. At the Nov. 8 Northwest Cherry and Stone Fruit Research Review in Yakima, Washington, scientists... more »
PlantGENE seeks to elevate genetic engineering
A new organization consisting of plant biotechnologists is working to accelerate the development of new plant varieties to meet demand in coming decades. It’s a project organizers believe will positively impact growers’ ability to enhance... more »
Ag tech on display at European machinery show
The European Union’s goal to reduce pesticide use by 50% by 2030 has ramped up the technology race for specialty crop growers in the EU. That new technology was on display at the 45th edition... more »
Protecting orchards from deer damage
Because they consume lots of fruits and pecans, deer can become big problems in orchards, especially during mating season when male deer can destroy trees. Monte Nesbitt, Extension program specialist of pecans, fruit and citrus... more »
Group recognizes highly-cited MSU entomology professor
Rufus Isaacs, a professor of entomology at Michigan State University, has been recognized by Clarivate Analytics through its Highly Cited Researchers List for 2022. The honor identifies individuals across the globe who have demonstrated significant... more »
Verdant Robotics closes $46.5 million funding round
Verdant Robotics has closed a $46.5 million Series A funding to scale its advanced robotic technology and accelerate broad adoption of its regenerative and precision ag solutions. Lead investor Cleveland Avenue was joined by DCVC... more »