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Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 4, 2026

Published on August 5, 2026
Red Haven harvest is starting, and brown marmorated stink bugs are emerging.
MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast series continues August 13 with field crop nematode management strategies

Published on August 5, 2026
The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with MSU Extension field crop nematologist Marisol Quintanilla discussing management strategies for nematode species problematic in Michigan row crops.
Summer bus tour showcases the future of fruit production

Published on August 4, 2026
See the latest orchard technology in action during an Aug. 27 bus tour in northwest Michigan, featuring demonstrations of autonomous and smart sprayers, platforms, electric weeders, drones and more.
Michigan hop pest report – July 30, 2026

Published on August 4, 2026
Hopyards remain in a critical disease control period as cones form.
Michigan chestnut crop report – July 30, 2026

Published on August 4, 2026
Continue to scout carefully and prepare for tissue testing as terminal growth slows.
Zoning decisions travel with the land and are not temporary

Published on August 4, 2026
Why permits, variances, and other zoning administrative decisions typically remain in effect and transfer to future property owners.
Your planning commission prepares an annual report, but what about a work program?

Published on August 4, 2026
Since 2008, an annual report has been required of all planning commissions in Michigan, but it is the work program that sets the agenda for next year’s planning commission initiatives in tandem with the annual budget request.
From Classroom to Store Leadership: AFRE Student Ruben Mireles Builds Retail Experience with Meijer Internship

Published on August 3, 2026
Through a Meijer internship, AFRE student Ruben Mireles turned classroom knowledge into real-world leadership experience while exploring a career in the food industry.
The Vineyard is the story: Michigan wine and the discipline of maturity

Published on August 3, 2026
A science-based framework for building Michigan wine identity through site suitability, cultivar discipline, vineyard data and regional technical culture.
Tips for roller crimping cereal rye

Published on August 3, 2026
Want to roller crimp next spring? Start planning now.