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West central Michigan small fruit update – May 22, 2024

Published on May 24, 2024
Blueberries and strawberries are in the green fruit stage. Fruitworms and flower thrips are major pest problems.
No need to worry about contracting bird flu from pasteurized dairy products

Published on May 24, 2024
Pasteurization protects dairy consumers from the H5N1 influenza virus.
The first cutting of hay should be your first priority for dairy forages

Published on May 24, 2024
Dairy farms should prioritize the first cutting of alfalfa over other ongoing field tasks to ensure a high quality haylage .
HPAI dairy herd infection case report

Published on May 24, 2024
What happens in a dairy herd with HPAI? What should I expect if my herd became infected? This case report describes what one farmer has faced since herd infection began.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): What are they and how can they be prevented?

Published on May 23, 2024
Learn more about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), how they can affect children and how we can prevent them.
Rural Farming and Vaccinations

Published on May 23, 2024
Beef farmer Randy Rice of Rice Centennial Farms shares his vaccination story.
Wheat stripe rust outbreak and Fusarium head scab risk prediction

Published on May 23, 2024
Wheat stripe rust has developed quickly across Michigan. Stripe rust can result in significant yield loss. It’s important to scout to determine if a fungicide is warranted.
Michigan vegetable crop report – May 22, 2024

Published on May 23, 2024
Insect pests are emerging amidst ongoing planting.
Six Michigan 4-H volunteers honored for 50 years of service in 2024 by MSU Extension

Published on May 23, 2024
For the fourth consecutive year, MSU Extension is celebrating outstanding volunteers who have pledged their hearts, hands and service to Michigan 4-H for half a century.
Exploring Organic Webinar Series resources and recordings available

Published on May 23, 2024
Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification.