News
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Urban agriculture and agriculture-like sample zoning text available to local governments in Michigan
Published on May 29, 2020
Local government should encourage urban agriculture. But there needs to be proper safeguards and a consensus to balance agriculture activities without undesired impacts in the neighborhood.
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Blueberry growers need to focus on Anthracnose fruit rot as bloom ends
Published on May 28, 2020
During bloom, it makes sense to focus on managing fruit rot diseases, and new information and tools are available to help.
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Managing hop powdery mildew in Michigan in 2020
Published on May 28, 2020
Fungicides applied for powdery mildew can help growers avoid a number of damaging cone diseases.
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Effectively controlling plum curculio in stone and pome fruits
Published on May 28, 2020
With the recent warm weather and wet conditions, plum curculio will be on the move into orchards. Be prepared to control this pest at this time.
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New 2,4-D formulation offers greater safety for berries, tree fruit and nut tree crops
Published on May 28, 2020
A 2,4-D choline formulation is now available for controlling or suppressing broadleaves weeds in pome and stone fruits, tree nuts and and various berry crops.
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Southwest Michigan field crop update – May 28, 2020
Published on May 28, 2020
Warm air from the south pushes tropical rainfall and armyworm moths into Michigan.
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Central Michigan field crop update – May 28, 2020
Published on May 28, 2020
Time to walk some fields.
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Weed control considerations before planting dry edible beans
Published on May 28, 2020
There are several key points to consider before planting dry beans when controlling weeds.
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Getting “In the Weeds” on cover crops
Published on May 28, 2020
Michigan Field Crops “In the Weeds” podcast fourth series highlights farmer’s stories about cover crop usage.
