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West central Michigan small fruit update – May 16, 2025

Published on May 19, 2025
Unseasonal weather conditions have triggered an early emergence of insect pests typically associated with the fruit crop bloom period, particularly flower thrips.
Drive-by botany: Eastern redbud and garlic mustard

Published on May 19, 2025
Profiles of common Michigan roadside flora in early May 2025.
2025 Learning Exchange Series – Forest Carbon Offsets: Implications for the Forest Bioeconomy

Published on May 16, 2025
Webinar five of the 2025 Learning Exchange Series is titled "Forest Carbon Offsets: Implications for the Forest Bioeconomy." Panelists discuss the role carbon benefits play in financing nature climate solutions.
The 2025 MSU Weed Tour is June 25

Published on May 16, 2025
Join Michigan State University to view the latest in corn and soybean weed control research.
Help shape the future of livestock water management—Take the MSU Extension survey

Published on May 16, 2025
Your input can help shape practical solutions for more efficient water use in animal agriculture.
MSU researcher receives $500K grant to study tree species suited to future Michigan climates

Published on May 15, 2025
Jeremy Johnson, assistant professor in the MSU Department of Forestry, leads the project.
Thrips parvispinus management in Michigan greenhouses: Insights from the latest research

Published on May 15, 2025
Thrips parvispinus have been popping up in Michigan greenhouses over the past few years. Here’s a look at the latest research on managing this invasive pest – just in case it shows up in your greenhouse.
Box tree moth quarantine covers 13 southern Michigan counties

Published on May 15, 2025
The regulated area for box tree moth includes 13 southeast and central Michigan counties: Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Lapeer, Livingston, Oakland, Jackson, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, Monroe, Macomb and St. Clair.
2025 Michigan Viticulture Field Day and Michigan Enology Experience, July 30-31

Published on May 15, 2025
Join other grape growers and winemakers for two days of hands-on demonstrations and learning as well as a fun time and good food and drink in southwest Michigan.
Wheat Watchers Week of May 12, 2025

Published on May 15, 2025
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week.