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Southeast Michigan vegetable update – May 6, 2020

Published on May 6, 2020
This weekend will usher in an arctic air mass, bringing unseasonably cool temperatures to our area.
How to manage field bindweed in Christmas tree production – Part 2

Published on May 6, 2020
Learn the non-chemical and chemical methods to control field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis).
Binomial nomenclature: Two names are better than one

Published on May 6, 2020
Are you confused by the names you see on plant labels? Names help us identify plants so that we can provide the correct care for them.
Gendered Impacts of COVID-19 on Livelihoods in Nigeria

Published on May 5, 2020
The fifth panel discussion of the Nigeria Agricultural Policy Project Scholars Program's informational series on the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on Nigeria.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 5, 2020

Published on May 5, 2020
A warm weekend moved tree fruit quickly along. Cherries, peaches, pears and plums are blooming.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – May 5, 2020

Published on May 5, 2020
Tree growth is very slow and cold temperatures are on the horizon.
Remember this when planning for great adult educational programs

Published on May 5, 2020
Focus on simple concepts to make a real difference in adult learning.
Debt forgiveness may be taxable

Published on May 5, 2020
Negotiating with a lender to cancel part or all or part of a debt is considered income by the IRS
East Michigan fruit update – May 5, 2020

Published on May 5, 2020
Fruit growth has finally taken off with warmer temperatures over the weekend. There is freeze damage to many fruits from cold temperatures on April 22. More cold temperatures are expected over the weekend.
What can fruit growers do if a freeze is coming?

Published on May 5, 2020
You cannot fight Mother Nature, but when frost or freeze conditions occur in fruit orchards, vineyards and fields, growers can work to minimize the potential damage.