MSU Extension Gardening in Michigan

News

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  Apiculture programs and resources from Michigan State University Extension

  Published on February 21, 2025
  Education and outreach in Michigan to support beekeepers and honey bees.

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  Pollinator protection programs and resources from Michigan State University Extension

  Published on February 21, 2025
  Supporting pollinator health in Michigan through education and outreach.

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  Getting started with beekeeping in Michigan

  Published on February 20, 2025
  Resources and information for new beekeepers.

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  How do I know if a pesticide is safe for bees? Five steps to protect bees from pesticides

  Published on February 7, 2025
  How to protect bees while managing pests.

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  Fifth annual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference focuses on food and animal production

  Published on January 27, 2025
  A virtual experience offering 40 educational sessions with knowledge and resources for farmers, landowners and those interested in food and agricultural production.

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  Contacts for removing honey bees from structures in Michigan

  Published on January 23, 2025
  How to find someone who does cutouts to remove a honey bee hive from a home or other structure.

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  Honey Bee Health Coalition releases tips for beekeepers on navigating the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Program

  Published on January 22, 2025
  Beekeepers who are unable to fill their labor needs with U.S. workers can request foreign labor through the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Program.

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  Beekeeping and pollinator webinars from university extension programs

  Published on January 17, 2025
  Many university extension programs across the U.S. offer webinars for beekeepers and pollinator enthusiasts.

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  Tratamientos contra el ácaro varroa no incluidos en la octava edición de la guía de las Herramientas para la gestión de varroa de la Honey Bee Health Coalition

  Published on January 15, 2025
  Los tratamientos contra el ácaro varroa registrados en 2024 ofrecen a los apicultores opciones adicionales para el control del ácaro varroa en las colonias de abejas melíferas.

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  Varroa mite treatments not included in the 8th Edition of the Honey Bee Health Coalition's Tools for Varroa Management guide

  Published on January 15, 2025
  Varroa mite treatments registered in 2024 offer beekeepers additional options for managing varroa mites in honey bee colonies.