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Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 12, 2022

Published on July 12, 2022
Soils are dry. Crops are showing some stress. Harvests of several stone fruits are starting.
Summer calf care reminders

Published on July 12, 2022
Tips on how to keep your calves cool and hydrated during the summer months to promote growth, reduce illness, and stave off heat stress.
Ukraine farming, from revolution to revolution: A personal experience

Published on July 12, 2022
MSU Extension dairy educator reflects on his time in Ukraine.
A family fishing tradition brings fun, fond memories and some good eats!

Published on July 12, 2022
A freshwater feast is as simple and easy as: catch fish, clean fish, pan fry fish – and then eat fish while enjoying time with family. If you haven't tried it before, this summer is a great time to start.
Drive-by botany: Elderberry and ox-eye daisy

Published on July 12, 2022
Profiles of common Michigan roadside flora in late June 2022.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – July 12, 2022

Published on July 12, 2022
Slightly cooler and wetter conditions this week, then expect a return to warm, dry weather for the remainder of July.
Managing invasive species on your property may feel overwhelming – but your local Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) can help.

Published on July 12, 2022
Free webinar July 27 will share identification tips and demonstrate treatment tricks for common invasives including garlic mustard, Japanese knotweed and several invasive shrubs.
2022 Wild Animal Camp: Day 1

Published on July 11, 2022
Check out all the exciting things we did on our first day of Wild Animal Camp!
Taking time for immersion

Published on July 11, 2022
NCI’s director Holly Madill shares her thoughts on where ‘slow work’ and charrettes intersect.
Soil Bacterial Community Composition following cover crops and corn nitrogen management

Published on July 11, 2022
New article now available!