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West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 18, 2024

Published on September 18, 2024
Jonagold are being harvested in the west central region. High daytime temperatures mean apples are continuing to mature ahead of schedule.
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 18, 2024

Published on September 18, 2024
Apple harvesting in southwest Michigan is moving rapidly.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 18, 2024

Published on September 18, 2024
Fifth apple maturity report for the Grand Rapids region.
Michigan grape scouting report – September 18, 2024

Published on September 18, 2024
Stay informed and ahead of the curve with the latest vineyard updates and best practices in our comprehensive report. Enhance your grape growing success by leveraging expert insights on vine growth, disease management and innovative tools.
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 18, 2024

Published on September 18, 2024
Apples are ripening one to two weeks before most years, and growers are actively harvesting Honeycrisp. Other varieties will be right on the heels of this variety with ripening.
Hunting female deer: A better population management strategy

Published on September 17, 2024
When deer numbers become extremely high, crop damage and the associated yield losses from deer are greater than many producers are willing to tolerate.
Sustainable agricultural practices and findings spotlighted at the second annual KBS LTAR field day

Published on September 17, 2024
The second annual KBS LTAR field day showcased early agronomic and ecological changes in fields managed with advanced conservation strategies while also offering practical tips to make these practices work.
Spring 2025 Michigan beekeeping schools and conferences

Published on September 17, 2024
Michigan beekeeping associations host several in-person and virtual conferences for beekeepers.
Registration and online course content is now available for the 2024 New Commissioner School

Published on September 17, 2024
New Commissioner School prepares new and veteran county leaders for their role in county government.
MSU Extension holding diabetes education lunchtime series in fall

Published on September 17, 2024
Topics covered include diabetes basics, controlling blood sugar with diet, meal planning and physical activity.