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West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 12, 2026

Published on May 12, 2026
Cool and dry conditions continued over the past week. Apple blooms are slowly opening, and bee hives have been placed in the orchards for pollination.
Updated Michigan Chestnut Management Guide now available

Published on May 12, 2026
The Michigan Chestnut Management Guide offers important information at your fingertips and is available for free.
Six Legged Saturday to host local author at Bug House

Published on May 12, 2026
Six Legged Saturday will bring hands-on insect activities and a special guest story time with local author Amy L. Dua to the Bug House on May 16, coinciding with the East Lansing Art Festival for a full day of family-friendly fun around town.
New scholarship funds expand educational opportunities for Michigan 4-H’ers

Published on May 12, 2026
The Michigan 4-H Foundation is pleased to announce the creation of six new scholarship funds that will support 4-H youth across Michigan in pursuing postsecondary education.
4-H Stories in the Garden returns for 29th season

Published on May 12, 2026
This summer, families are invited to enjoy the magic of reading, nature and teen leadership as 4-H Stories in the Garden celebrates its 29th year at the Michigan 4-H Children’s Garden.
MSU researchers receive $148K NSF grant to create wetlands partnership

Published on May 12, 2026
Project will focus on developing education plans and activities related to wetlands that address community needs and increase participants’ scientific literacy and engagement.
Dirt to Glass 2026: A two-day conference for better decisions and better wines

Published on May 12, 2026
Dirt to Glass has grown into Michigan’s statewide platform connecting growers, winemakers, researchers and industry leaders to drive measurable improvements from vineyard to glass. Registration is open for the Aug. 20–21, 2026 conference in Traverse City.
The Detroit News features Catalyst Program, mass timber momentum across the State, and discusses manufacturing gap

Published on May 11, 2026
In a recent article, The Detroit News featured the boom of mass timber construction, while also addressing the current manufacturing gap.
Lamb prices start off strong in 2026

Published on May 11, 2026
In April 2026, national negotiated live slaughter lamb prices averaged $262.40/cwt., up 53% from the same period in 2025.
Michigan hop crop report – week of May 11, 2026

Published on May 11, 2026
Cool weather over the last week should give way to warmer weather and improved growing conditions.