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East Michigan fruit update – Sept. 19, 2018
Published on September 19, 2018
Brown marmorated stink bug trap catches have taken a sharp rise at some east Michigan farms. Apple and fall red raspberry harvest are in full swing. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – Sept. 19, 2018
Published on September 19, 2018
It’s been a warm, dry week as apple harvest gains momentum. Grape harvest is beginning. -
What can be done for late season downy mildew on grapes?
Published on September 19, 2018
Leaf loss due to late season downy mildew impacts fruit quality and reduces winter hardiness and next year’s growth. -
Making wise renewable energy and energy conservation investment decisions
Published on September 14, 2018
Web-based educational resources available to farmers. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – Sept. 11, 2018
Published on September 11, 2018
A cool, cloudy week helped apples but could be a problem in grapes. -
Late season cultural and chemical options for diseases in grapes—don’t wait!
Published on September 11, 2018
High disease pressure across Michigan can lead to bunch rot and sour rot issues near harvest. -
Research vineyard update on planting density and pruning impacts on potential yield
Published on September 7, 2018
Update on an applied research project on northwest Michigan Riesling grapevines investigating the impacts of planting density and pruning on potential yield. -
Research vineyard updates on recovering Riesling and core cultivar planting
Published on September 7, 2018
Updates at the northwest Michigan research vineyards on established Riesling and core cultivars, with progression pictures included. -
Weather events lead to biotic pressures as grape harvest approaches
Published on September 7, 2018
Understanding how heavy rain and wind can damage fruit and lead to increased biotic pressure is the first step in controlling fungal and insect damage that may follow. -
New training available for agricultural board members
Published on September 7, 2018
Learn how to improve board management and impact and Nov. 9 workshop in East Lansing.