MSU Extension Agriculture

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  Striped and spotted cucumber beetles as pests of cucurbits in Michigan

  Published on May 31, 2017
  Cucumber beetles are the primary insect pest of all vine crops in Michigan.

• New apple combined tools on Enviroweather

  Published on May 30, 2017
  View the status of apple crop and four insect pests in Enviroweather’s new combined models.

• Factors to consider when purchasing used produce-processing equipment

  Published on May 30, 2017
  Producers should ask these questions when purchasing equipment for a fruit or vegetable packhouse to ensure food safety.

• Spotted wing Drosophila IPM training available to berry growers

  Published on May 30, 2017
  Berry growers and consultants are invited to a spotted wing Drosophila systems approach control training on June 5 in Fennville.

• East Michigan fruit update – May 30, 2017

  Published on May 30, 2017
  Strawberry growers in the southern parts of the region will begin harvest in the next four to five days. Our season has jumped ahead again with warm temperatures last week.

• West central Michigan small fruit update – May 30, 2017

  Published on May 30, 2017
  Blueberry bloom period is coming to an end. Removing pollinators before starting your insect pest control is critical to protect bees and other pollinators from pesticide exposure.

• Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 30, 2017

  Published on May 30, 2017
  Grapes are showing variable growth, and rains triggered release of powdery mildew spores.

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  Pipeline safety is an important farm issue that can’t be ignored

  Published on May 30, 2017
  The Pipeline Ag Safety Alliance provides excellent resources to avoid trouble with underground utility lines on your farm.

• West Michigan tree fruit update – May 30, 2017

  Published on May 30, 2017
  Cooler than normal weather has slowed many insects.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 30, 2017

  Published on May 30, 2017
  Warm conditions are moving fruit growth quickly.