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Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – Sept. 1, 2021

Published on September 1, 2021
This is the first 2021 apple maturity report for the southwest Michigan region.
Caring for water gardens in fall reduces problems in winter and spring

Published on September 1, 2021
Water gardens experience major changes as chillier weather approaches; managing plants, fish and debris throughout the fall will lead to greater success next year.
Michigan grape scouting report – Sept. 1, 2021

Published on September 1, 2021
Grape harvest is beginning in southwest Michigan. Veraison is underway further north.
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – Sept. 1, 2021

Published on September 1, 2021
First report for northwest Michigan apple maturity.
Biosystems engineering student uses problem-solving skills to land internship at Goldman Sachs

Published on September 1, 2021
Taryn Hanses uses analytical approaches from engineering to help prepare for a future career in data analytics.
2021 USDA NIFA Regional Expert Engagement Workshops

Published on August 31, 2021
FCCP hosted engagement workshops with forestry experts from three US regions to inform the development of geographically focused educational content on regional forests, climate change impacts, management challenges, and adaptive management interventions.
Veterans show their seeds in action

Published on August 31, 2021
Gardening provides many benefits to veterans by providing healthy food, a sense of self-reliance and the therapy of connecting with the land.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – Aug. 31, 2021

Published on August 31, 2021
Fall harvest season is underway.
Fairs and 4-H: the tradition continues in 2021

Published on August 31, 2021
After COVID-19 restrictions limited participation in 2020, Michigan 4-H’ers are excited to be back at county fairs again in 2021.
EPA ruling on Chlorpyrifos tolerances

Published on August 31, 2021
EPA is revoking all tolerances for residues of chlorpyrifos.