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Southwest Michigan fruit update – Aug. 25, 2020

Published on August 25, 2020
Dry weather is slowing development and causing small fruit for most crops but is helping increase sugar content in peaches and grapes.
West central Michigan small fruit update – Aug. 25, 2020

Published on August 25, 2020
Blueberries are quickly coming to an end and raspberries are in harvest. Fruit quality is excellent but in some late season blueberry varieties, fruit size has been impacted by the long drought.
What does it mean to be a mindful teacher?

Published on August 25, 2020
Mindful teachers teach mindfulness techniques that can improve self-regulation and focus.
Bird damage reduction strategies utilizing viticultural practices

Published on August 25, 2020
Bird damage begins around veraison and continues until late fall/winter when grapes are harvested for ice-wine production. If you don't have bird control, crop losses can reach up to 95% and 60% in red and white varieties, respectively.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – Aug. 25, 2020

Published on August 25, 2020
Late season insects and diseases should not be overlooked.
East Michigan fruit update – Aug. 25, 2020

Published on August 25, 2020
Brown marmorated stink bug feeding damage in apples is more common this week. Peach and blueberry harvest are nearing an end. Summer apple, blackberry and fall red raspberry harvest continues.
Benefits of side-disking hop rows

Published on August 25, 2020
Side disking helps prevent cross cultivation, reduces weeds and prevents alley growth.
Michigan 4-H volunteer spotlight: Lapeer County’s Michelle Hedgcock

Published on August 25, 2020
Michigan 4-H volunteers are finding creative ways to continue connecting with Michigan 4-H’ers during social distancing. Read about one these Michigan 4-H volunteers and what she is doing.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – Aug. 25, 2020

Published on August 25, 2020
Brown marmorated stink bugs were detected adjacent to an apple block at the Northwest Michigan Horticulture Research Center.
Enviroweather releases a test version of new website

Published on August 25, 2020
Get a head start on using the customizable dashboard and see improved mobile displays on the new Enviroweather website.