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Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 14, 2019
Published on May 14, 2019
Cool weather has extended the tree fruit bloom. Apples are blooming now. We expect warmer weather this week. -
East Michigan fruit update – May 14, 2019
Published on May 14, 2019
Apples are slowly inching toward bloom, which is just starting in the southern areas of the region. Most of our fruit crops are well over a week behind their normal growth stages. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – May 14, 2019
Published on May 14, 2019
Apple trees are moving nowhere fast. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 14, 2019
Published on May 14, 2019
Trees are developing faster than degree days are accumulating. We are anticipating sweet cherry bloom later this week. -
Dogscaping: Landscaping for you and your dog
Published on May 14, 2019
Landscaping for your dog’s safety and enjoyment. -
4-H alumna says leadership isn’t just about being in charge
Published on May 14, 2019
Michigan 4-H student intern and alumna reflects on the different positions in leadership. -
Eight new stations added to the Enviroweather network
Published on May 14, 2019
The new stations are situated in important areas for fruit, vegetable and row crop production in west central Michigan. -
2019 Spring Farm Sprouts - Week #4 Wednesday AM
Published on May 13, 2019
2019 Spring Farm Sprouts - Week #4 Wednesday AM -
Reducing irrigation costs
Published on May 13, 2019
Tips for reducing irrigation costs while keeping yields and returns up. -
Using soil moisture meters to complement irrigation scheduling
Published on May 13, 2019
Soil moisture monitoring can be used as an irrigation management tool.