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Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – Oct. 9, 2019

Published on October 9, 2019
Growers took advantage of this week’s sunny and dry weather, which was ideal for picking crews.
MSU vineyard IPM scouting report – Oct. 9, 2019

Published on October 9, 2019
Most grapes are harvested in southwest Michigan and wine grape harvest is underway in northwest Michigan. Weather delays have been altering harvest windows and we are noticing benefits in reflective strips in vineyards.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – Oct. 9, 2019

Published on October 9, 2019
First harvest of early blocks of Honeycrisp and Gala will begin soon.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – Oct. 9, 2019

Published on October 9, 2019
Final picks of Honeycrisp will be completed by the end of the week at most farms. Rome and Golden Delicious harvest is underway.
What’s the difference between horse chestnuts and sweet chestnuts?

Published on October 9, 2019
Chestnuts are a delicious staple to many meals, but some types are toxic and shouldn’t be eaten.
Repairing the season’s planting and harvest ruts

Published on October 9, 2019
Vegetables were “mudded in” across Michigan this spring. Fields now need special care to repair ruts and break up compaction.
Combating the blueberry stem gall wasp

Published on October 8, 2019
Michigan State University researchers work together to create solutions, reduce impact of pest on Michigan’s blueberry crop.
NCI offers special for online NCI Charrette System certificate training

Published on October 8, 2019
If you are looking for a way to stay current during this time period, then NCI has an answer. We are offering a year-end special for our online-based NCI Charrette System certificate training.
Smart students add good credit scores to their school agenda

Published on October 8, 2019
While still in high school or college, students should not forget the importance of building a positive credit report.
Helpful steps to take for successful service learning projects

Published on October 8, 2019
Where should youth look when searching for a community service or service learning project?