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Michigan grape scouting report – May 19, 2021

Published on May 19, 2021
This is the first of our weekly grape scouting reports covering the state of Michigan for 2021. Sign up to receive these reports by email.
MSU Extension’s grape scouting reports for 2021

Published on May 19, 2021
Michigan State University Extension will provide weekly reports of scouting efforts across the state, covering many parts of grape growing including vine phenology and horticultural updates, pest and disease management, and weather.
Potential survival of potato volunteers in Michigan in 2021

Published on May 19, 2021
Begin scouting for volunteer potatoes, which may serve as possible sources of late blight inoculum. Observed high risk of survival throughout the state.
Examining the relationship between sleep and health outcomes in students

Published on May 18, 2021
New Michigan State University research analyzes stress effects on sleep quality and diet during the novel coronavirus pandemic.
West central Michigan small fruit update – May 18, 2021

Published on May 18, 2021
Weather conditions are improving and warm temperatures are arriving, but drought conditions remain unchanged.
Landscape architecture student combines science with design

Published on May 18, 2021
Student Claire Schleusener is interested in creating ecologically stable spaces help support connections with the natural world.
Dickinson County 4-H alum creates endowment to support his local program

Published on May 18, 2021
Richard J. Pollard established the Dickinson County 4-H Endowment
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – May 18, 2021

Published on May 18, 2021
Hot, dry conditions this week will accelerate apple growth and development.
High heat during blueberry bloom: Great for pollination, as long as it doesn’t get too hot

Published on May 18, 2021
Warm, sunny days promote blueberry pollinator activity but beware of temperatures approaching 95 degrees Fahrenheit in the next week.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 18, 2021

Published on May 18, 2021
Tree fruit crops are beginning to size, making load assessments easier this week. So far, most crops survived the April freezes well.