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Pollinator stewardship during fruit crop bloom
Published on April 16, 2024
As bees come into fruit farms during bloom, growers can protect pollinators and minimize pesticide exposure. -
Nationwide survey reveals fresh insights about community perceptions of large-scale solar developments
Published on April 16, 2024
Study conducted researchers at by Berkeley Lab, University of Michigan and Michigan State University sheds light on community perceptions of LSS projects -
MSU Extension to host blueberry pollination meeting May 15
Published on April 16, 2024
Join the MSU Extension blueberry team on May 15 to discuss pollination. -
2024 Michigan Family Farms Conference Brings Farmers Together
Published on April 16, 2024
Michigan Food and Farming Systems (MIFFS) convened over 100 farmers, producers, and representatives from food systems organizations at their 20th annual Michigan Family Farms Conference at Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC). -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 16, 2024
Published on April 16, 2024
Warm weather has rapidly advanced bud development this week. Peaches are beginning to bloom in the region. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 16, 2024
Published on April 16, 2024
Crop development continues to move along. Growers are preparing to cover green tissue with the rain in the forecast this week. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 16, 2024
Published on April 16, 2024
Fruit crops are developing rapidly in southwest Michigan. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 16, 2024
Published on April 16, 2024
This is the first fruit update of the season. Watch for frost this weekend. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update - April 16, 2024
Published on April 16, 2024
Focus on primary apple scab control this week. -
Engaging virtual audiences in conservation topics to enhance natural resource stewardship
Published on April 15, 2024
Programming that includes science-based knowledge and best practices in conservation enhances stewardship of Michigan’s natural resource assets, which in turn, strengthens communities.