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Reports of high honey bee colony losses and how farmers and growers can support honey bees

Published on April 1, 2025
Several migratory beekeepers recently reported abnormally high losses of honey bee colonies, however, losses vary across operations. Farmers and growers can support honey bee health by increasing forage and reducing pesticide exposure.
Dealing with storm-damaged trees

Published on April 1, 2025
Deciding which trees to save after a storm often requires careful inspection. When in doubt, always consult with a professional arborist before working around damaged trees.
Updates to the 2025 Fruit Management Guide

Published on April 1, 2025
Summary of pesticide label additions, clarifications and corrections to the 2025 MSU Fruit Management Guide (E-154).
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 1, 2025

Published on April 1, 2025
This is the first fruit scouting report of the 2025 season.
Addressing ice storm damage to trees

Published on April 1, 2025
Use a professional tree service if you are uncertain about doing the job yourself.
Michigan 4-H Foundation offers mini-grants up to $1,000 to local 4-H programs in 2025-2026

Published on April 1, 2025
Grant opportunities of up to $1,000 are available from the Michigan 4-H Foundation to support local 4-H clubs and county programs for the 2025-2026 program year.
April resources for Michigan beekeepers

Published on April 1, 2025
Beekeepers in Michigan can learn about seasonal honey bee colony management and care through webinars, videos and other online resources.
New blueberry anthracnose risk prediction model launched for Michigan growers

Published on April 1, 2025
How to use the blueberry anthracnose risk prediction model and what does it mean?
Cancelling a Registrant in EMS

Published on April 1, 2025
How to cancel a registration in Events Management System.
Saweda Liverpool-Tasie named Research Director of Food Security Group

Published on March 31, 2025
Saweda Liverpool-Tasie is a MSU Foundation Professor in AFRE who will help lead the FSG research in a new direction.