News
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Do you run a food-related business? Check out the new MarketMaker web tool: Part 1
Published on December 11, 2018
MarketMaker has a new look and has been updated with new search features to link food markets across the U.S. -
Considering a new winery or hard cider business? Attend the Winery Development Conference
Published on December 6, 2018
Prospective winery licensees will obtain basic information about starting a winery or hard cider business in Michigan by participating in the one-day winery development conference to be held Mar. 7, 2019. -
New grapevine virus testing services at MSU starting in summer 2019
Published on December 3, 2018
Based on a grapevine virus survey, MSU Diagnostic Services is developing new laboratory tests to diagnose problems in Michigan’s vineyards. Watch for details as we develop this service. -
Timothy Miles brings small fruit and hop pathology lab, research expertise to MSU
Published on November 29, 2018
Michigan State University recently welcomed small fruit and hop pathologist Timothy Miles as a faculty member and Extension specialist. -
Michigan Department of Natural Resources accepting input on wildlife conflicts and other concerns
Published on November 21, 2018
Agricultural producers have a number of opportunities throughout December to provide feedback to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources regarding wildlife conflicts and other natural resource management concerns. -
Farmers growing produce commonly eaten raw will be contacting water testing labs about new rule
Published on November 7, 2018
The Food Safety Modernization Act requires quantitative E. coli testing of water used on produce farms. Growers will be looking for local labs. -
Harvesting grapes after fall frost
Published on October 29, 2018
Early fall frosts continue to encroach on the growing season. What does this trend mean for northwest Michigan vineyards? -
Michigan State University awarded North Central IPM Center
Published on October 26, 2018
MSU Entomology’s Lynnae Jess will co-direct the center, which supports integrated pest management (IPM), with Iowa State University. -
Pesticide applicator recertification credits available before the end of the year
Published on October 4, 2018
Growers needing a few more credits in 2018 have until Dec. 31 to complete the online Desire to Learn IPM course. -
Harvest is underway in northwest Michigan vineyards
Published on October 4, 2018
Year-to-year variation in ripening conditions and 2018 fruit maturity.