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West central Michigan small fruit update – July 27, 2021

Published on July 27, 2021
Blueberry harvest is in full swing in west central and southwest Michigan. Bluecrop, Jersey and other mid-season varieties are being harvested. Yields and fruit quality are excellent.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – July 27, 2021

Published on July 27, 2021
Peach harvest is beginning and apple harvest is right around the corner.
Ecorse Creek cleanup leads to unexpected mussel discovery

Published on July 27, 2021
Native mussel, thought to be extirpated from the creek and surrounding waters, found by volunteer.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 27, 2021

Published on July 27, 2021
Viticulture Field Day is this Wednesday, July 28, in Benton Harbor.
Two new shared-use kitchens available to U.P. food entrepreneurs

Published on July 27, 2021
The Escanaba Marketplace Kitchen and Café L’Anse offer opportunities for good food businesses and vibrant local economies to grow in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – July 27, 2021

Published on July 27, 2021
Tart cherry harvest is winding down in the southern part of the region, and growers are working hard to put this harvest in the books.
Physical activity, mix it up

Published on July 26, 2021
Moderate and vigorous physical activity are recommended for better health. Mixing these physical activities in weekly is important.
2020-2021 Michigan planning and zoning court cases are available

Published on July 26, 2021
The annual 2020-2021 summary of Michigan planning and zoning court cases is now available to the public.
MSU Extension animal agriculture team focuses on preparedness for the livestock industry

Published on July 26, 2021
When tragedy strikes while hauling animals, having trained responders, proper tools, and equipment and knowing how to manage the emergency situation are key to having an effective and efficient response to the emergency.
Join us for a northwest Michigan grape pre-veraison meeting Aug. 6, 2021

Published on July 26, 2021
We'll talk about how to use cutting-edge technology to decrease bird damage and do disease scouting (spore trapping technology).