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Understanding the role of carbon in agriculture – Part 1

Published on April 20, 2021
Old McDonald had some…carbon?
Recordings of the 2021 Statewide Tree Fruit Webinar Series are now available

Published on April 20, 2021
Spring updates to help you prepare for the 2021 growing season are now available on the MSU Extension Tree Fruit channel of the Kaltura Mediaspace website.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 20, 2021

Published on April 20, 2021
Two nights of predicted below freezing temperatures are concerning for fruit growers.
Early season vineyard management

Published on April 20, 2021
Warm weather in Michigan has accelerated grapevine growth, and the vines are at or near budburst.
Cover crop termination timing to help manage soil moisture

Published on April 19, 2021
Timing of cover crop termination can have significant benefits in wet and dry springs.
Pollinator stewardship guide for vegetable growers

Published on April 16, 2021
Growers, beekeepers and MSU Extension provided input on a vegetable pollinator stewardship guide to protect and support managed pollinators.
Lymantria dispar populations are high: What conifer growers need to know

Published on April 16, 2021
There were extremely high populations of Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, during 2020 and we anticipate elevated populations this year. Scout and treat spruce, fir and Douglas fir for gypsy moths.
Updated cover crop termination publication available for 2021

Published on April 16, 2021
Evaluate your cover crop termination strategy with this updated for 2021 publication.
What are my options when renewing my pesticide certification?

Published on April 15, 2021
Pesticide applicators can now take their certification exam remotely.
Bands from Weir’s cushion rust visible on infected spruce needles

Published on April 15, 2021
Yellow spots or bands are visible on infected Serbian and Colorado blue spruce needles. Weir’s cushion rust can cause discoloration and pre-mature needle loss.