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Southwest Michigan field crops update – June 4, 2026

Published on June 4, 2026
Sporadic potato flowering began. Great progress was made on planting and field work.
Bringing in a community context for regenerative agriculture: Connecting farms and lakes

Published on June 4, 2026
While regenerative practices aim to improve soil, water, nutrient cycling and biodiversity—and strengthen farmer and community well-being—they also come with challenges. Learn key insights on how to navigate and implement these different principles.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 2, 2026

Published on June 3, 2026
Much-needed rain expected this weekend!
Southeast Michigan fruit update – June 2, 2026

Published on June 3, 2026
Strawberry harvest is starting soon and blueberry bloom is still going.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 2, 2026

Published on June 3, 2026
Cherry and apple bloom is over, and the cherries that are coming are sizing. Growers are thinning apples with the warm conditions in the forecast.
Shifting patterns of aster yellows risk across two growing seasons in Michigan

Published on June 3, 2026
Recent observations from 2024 and 2025 show that aster leafhopper infectivity is highly dynamic.
Mycotoxins in feed Part 1: A quick guide for pig producers

Published on June 3, 2026
Inspired by a very wet Michigan spring, this series provides a refresher on mycotoxins, their effects and mitigation in pig production.
MSU IAT Forest Technology Student Leann Shope Awarded 2026 Warren Suchovsky Scholarship

Published on June 3, 2026
IAT Forest Technology student, Leann Shope, has been named a 2026 Warren Suchovsky Scholarship recipient.
Michigan grape scouting report – June 3, 2026

Published on June 3, 2026
Concise, research-based updates on weather trends, vine development, pest pressure and disease risk. Use these timely insights to guide informed, proactive vineyard management decisions and optimize vine health and productivity.
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 3, 2026

Published on June 3, 2026
Picture-perfect conditions for crop establishment.