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Farmer Field School helps diversified vegetable farmers reach new potential

Published on May 1, 2019
Farmer Field School provides education to make farming a more prosperous, secure, and sustainable career choice.
$13.3 million raised for Michigan 4-H to prepare youth for the future

Published on May 1, 2019
The Michigan 4-H Foundation Campaign for Michigan 4-H’s Future concluded Dec. 31 with $13.3 million raised during the past seven years, making it the largest campaign in the foundation’s history, said Sara Stuby, Michigan 4-H Foundation president.
The Cryptic Nuisance: Brown Marmorated Stink Bug in Michigan

Published on May 1, 2019
Understanding the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) and why it is actively growing each year in population.
East Michigan vegetable update – May 1, 2019

Published on May 1, 2019
Not much is happening in the fields. Greenhouse growers should manage for temperature and humidity during these wet, cloudy days.
Applying Apogee and Actigard to young apple trees

Published on May 1, 2019
Apogee and Actigard applied together can help suppress fire blight while not seriously delaying the trees filling their canopy space.
Infestations of Lymantria dispar increase during drought

Published on May 1, 2019
Localized rainfall patterns can lead to infestations of Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, caterpillars in Michigan.
Tar spot of corn: A new disease for North America

Published on May 1, 2019
A new disease is slowly making their appearance in North America
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – May 1, 2019

Published on May 1, 2019
Rain halts field work and cool temperatures slow plant growth.
National 4-H grants help Michigan 4-H succeed

Published on May 1, 2019
National 4-H Council continues to be a strong partner in leveraging corporate grants to support local 4-H programs. For the past two fiscal years, support from National 4-H Council partnerships has exceeded $250,000 annually.
Potential impact of mosquito and nuisance insect sprays on pollinators

Published on May 1, 2019
Fogging or spraying for mosquitoes or biting flies around the yard and garden with an insecticide can be very harmful to pollinators.