AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNative Plant Sales Weekend: Blandford Nature Center’s free Native Plant + Vegetable sale returns Saturday (May 16), 9–11 a.m., with organic starts, Michigan natives, soil/lead testing info, and compost help—plus a “tenth plant free” deal. Local Extension Push: Kendall County Extension’s master gardener plant sale runs 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Saturday, featuring natives, perennials, and a big lineup of tomatoes and peppers, with experts on hand. Greener Yard Tools: Mayo County Council is swapping petrol gardening gear for rechargeable electric tools across municipal districts, aiming to cut emissions and noise while reducing fumes. Garden Science Watch: A new study suggests some strawberry powdery mildew may have evolved on wild plants long before agriculture spread it. Community & Learning: UC Master Gardeners is hosting a free vermicomposting class June 13 (hands-on bin build available).
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