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Southwest Michigan fruit update – 2020 review
Published on November 24, 2020
Freezes in April and May damaged many crops. A dry summer kept disease pressure down in most fruits. Crop quality and volumes were generally good. -
Coronavirus relief programs for nontraditional commodities webinar to be held Tuesday, Nov. 24
Published on November 20, 2020
Join us to learn more about how these valuable programs can benefit your farm and what they might mean for your farm taxes. -
Pesticide course offered for private and commercial pesticide applicators
Published on November 17, 2020
New online course for restricted use pesticide applicators offering 12 credits. -
Detection of dead spotted lanternflies in Michigan highlights the need for vigilance
Published on November 16, 2020
Know what to look for and report any sightings of this invasive pest. -
Spotted lanternfly: A colorful cause for concern
Published on November 12, 2020
Learn how to identify and report any sightings of this invasive pest. -
Post-harvest vineyard management: Preparing vines for winter
Published on October 23, 2020
Preparing vines for winter begins between harvesting and the first frost. Helping grapes survive the cold period will help timely feeding, treating pests and diseases, and it is the best time for vineyard floor management. -
The relationship between plant disease management and pollinator conservation
Published on October 15, 2020
What does disease management have to do with pollinators? -
Michigan grape scouting report – Sept. 30, 2020
Published on September 30, 2020
Concord harvest has begun. This will be the last grape scouting report of the 2020 growing season. -
Weed management in vineyards starts with fall herbicide application
Published on September 30, 2020
Fall is an important time to control woody perennials and application of preemergence herbicides in vineyards. -
Michigan grape scouting report – Sept. 23, 2020
Published on September 23, 2020
Niagara harvest has begun. Wine and table grape harvests continue.