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Manage oriental fruit moths using mating disruption

Published on April 4, 2017
A guide for using mating disruption to effectively manage oriental fruit moths in Michigan tree fruit.
Video presents results of Riesling early leaf removal

Published on April 4, 2017
Learn results on Riesling with cluster zone leaf removal around bloom to reduce fruit set and consequently reduce cluster compactness.
West Michigan tree fruit update – April 4, 2017

Published on April 4, 2017
Tree fruit development is waiting for warmer weather.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 4, 2017

Published on April 4, 2017
A wet week is ahead as plants move slowly in spring. Disease and weed control measures are delayed by saturated soils.
Signs that spring—and planting season—is on the way

Published on April 3, 2017
What are good indicators that it is time to plant crops in spring?
Important reminders for chemically terminating cover crops

Published on April 3, 2017
Cover crop species and stage, weather, weeds and the following cash crop are all important factors to consider when terminating cover crops with herbicides.
Spring herbicide options for Michigan blueberries

Published on April 3, 2017
Spring is an important time to apply pre-emergent herbicides in blueberries. Here are suggestions on how to choose herbicides and effective combinations.
FREE horse health webinar: Biosecurity for horses

Published on April 3, 2017
Register now for the free horse health webinar: Biosecurity for horses on April 11.
Ten tips for tough times in farming

Published on March 30, 2017
Manage farm stress with these ten tips.
Breakfast on the Farm provides a fun and free learning opportunity for families

Published on March 30, 2017
Want to enjoy a free family breakfast on a farm near you? Come to one of the scheduled Breakfast on the Farm events this summer to learn more about where your food comes from and how it is produced.