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Voters in Alcona, Clare, Iosco and Wexford counties to decide Aug. 4 on funding for MSU Extension and Michigan 4-H

Published on July 8, 2020
Millage funding for MSU Extension is on the Aug. 4 ballot in Alcona, Clare, Iosco and Wexford counties.
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – July 8, 2020

Published on July 8, 2020
Dry, hot weather has hindered final transplanting.
Does all food need a label?

Published on July 7, 2020
Learn why food labels are required on food and what to look for if you are buying local.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – July 7, 2020

Published on July 7, 2020
Hot weather has hastened cherry development, and harvest is right around the corner. Be cautious about ethephon applications in the heat.
Lakes Michigan-Huron water levels expected to reach summer peak in July 2020

Published on July 7, 2020
Webinar will discuss options for shore protection/stabilization with expected erosion.
Helping your turf during dry and hot weather

Published on July 7, 2020
Throughout much of Michigan, lawns are under stress from high temperatures and lack of rainfall.
Animal welfare for youth: Part 1 – What is animal welfare?

Published on July 7, 2020
This series will explore basic concepts of animal welfare and why 4-H youth involved in animal projects should be familiar with this subject.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 7, 2020

Published on July 7, 2020
Summer fruit harvest is underway. Blueberries, cherries and raspberries are being harvested. A hot, dry week will slow plant and pest development.
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila update – July 7, 2020

Published on July 7, 2020
SWD populations are active and growers should be protecting susceptible crops.
East Michigan fruit update – July 7, 2020

Published on July 7, 2020
Drought conditions have worsened. It has been nearly a month since most farms received rain. Black raspberry harvest is staring, summer red raspberry and saskatoon harvest continues, and tart cherry harvest is nearly complete.