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Michigan grape scouting report – August 7, 2024

Published on August 7, 2024
Stay informed and ahead of the curve with the latest vineyard updates and best practices in our comprehensive report. Enhance your grape growing success by leveraging expert insights on vine growth, disease management and innovative tools.
Improving User Experiences (UX) With Food Safety Materials Developed by Agricultural Commodity Group: A Case Study of the Almond Industry

Published on August 7, 2024
This project aims to examine food safety materials developed by the agricultural commodity group for the almond industry, identify insufficiencies, and suggest ways to enhance the experience of stakeholders using these materials.
2024 MSU wheat variety performance trial results available

Published on August 7, 2024
Growers can use data from these trials when selecting wheat varieties to plant on their farm.
MSU Tollgate Farm and Education Center impacts learning experiences

Published on August 6, 2024
With summer camp season in full swing, learn how MSU Tollgate Farm creates engaging learning experiences for visitors and how community support expands these lifechanging opportunities.
Spray drone demonstration for pest management in vegetable and field crops

Published on August 6, 2024
Learn and discuss with fellow vegetable and field crop growers and MSU Extension educators about drone usage for pesticide and fertilizer application, plus seeding cover crops.
Meet the 2024 Entomology Research and Outreach Fellows

Published on August 6, 2024
Introducing the 2024 cohort of Entomology Research and Outreach Fellows (EROF).
Grand Rapids tree fruit update – August 6, 2024

Published on August 6, 2024
Apple maturity and integrated pest management information.
Salmonella control for dried apple cubes

Published on August 6, 2024
The objectives of this study were to determine Salmonella inactivation of the two different thermal treatments.
A Decision-Support Tool for Food Safety Technology Investments

Published on August 6, 2024
The objective of this study is to develop a novel, proof-of-concept framework for economic valuation of food safety risk reduction.
Michigan potato late blight reported on August 5, 2024

Published on August 5, 2024
Late blight confirmed in an additional field in St. Joseph County, Michigan.