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Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – May 26, 2020

Published on May 26, 2020
Our region has gone from cool and dry to hot and humid in a few short days.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 26, 2020

Published on May 26, 2020
Tart cherries are in full bloom and apple bloom is starting. Growers are finding time between forecasted rains to protect blossoms and leaves.
Building a diabetes support team

Published on May 26, 2020
Building a healthy support system when living with diabetes.
Hot weather causing rapid blueberry bloom

Published on May 26, 2020
Warm temperatures are making flowers open and age rapidly.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 26, 2020

Published on May 26, 2020
A warm week brings rapid plant development and lots of insect activity. Wet conditions this week could cause disease infections.
West central Michigan small fruit update – May 26, 2020

Published on May 26, 2020
Blueberries are in bloom thanks to the long-expected summer temperatures from last week. Despite recent late spring frosts events, small fruit crops came out unharmed.
Smart Gardening with Vegetables 101: Late spring tips

Published on May 26, 2020
When can I plant my vegetable seeds and transplants in the garden?
New blueberry stem gall wasp fact sheet available in English and Spanish

Published on May 26, 2020
Includes recommendations for managing stem gall wasp in highbush blueberries based on MSU research.
Do I always need to replant soybeans after a frost event?

Published on May 26, 2020
Patience is the farmer’s biggest virtue when it comes to making replanting decisions due to freeze.
Controlling common asparagus beetle during harvest season

Published on May 26, 2020
Common asparagus beetle egglaying during harvest can cause major financial loss; get updated on products available for control.