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Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 5, 2020

Published on May 5, 2020
The region is two weeks behind normal due to cold temperatures and freezing temperatures are forecasted for this week.
Blueberry weed control updates for 2020

Published on May 5, 2020
New materials and label changes in blueberry herbicide recommendations in the 2020 Michigan Fruit Management Guide.
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.
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.
Michigan 4-H volunteer spotlight: Kent County’s Kristi Rozeboom

Published on May 5, 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.
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.
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.
Michigan 4-H delivers career exploration and workforce development programming in 2019

Published on May 5, 2020
Career exploration and workforce development topics enhance employability skills while preparing youth for their futures.
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
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.