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Michigan vegetable crop report – July 23, 2024
Published on July 26, 2024
The past week was cooler than normal and mostly dry, except for heavy rain in southwest Michigan -
Protect high cattle prices with risk protection
Published on July 26, 2024
Beef cattle prices are historically high. Cattle producers can protect themselves from falling cattle prices. The Livestock Risk Protection program is implemented through the USDA Risk Management Agency to protect against market decline. -
The buzz on the new insect/arthropod diagnostician at MSU Plant and Pest Diagnostics
Published on July 26, 2024
Following the retirement of Howard “Bugman” Russell, Sarah Hughson has begun her role as the new insect/arthropod diagnostician. -
Registration spots are still available for the 2024 Dirt to Glass Conference
Published on July 26, 2024
The upcoming Dirt to Glass Conference on Aug. 22-23 offers cutting-edge information and tools for grape growers and wine producers to elevate their expertise. -
Strategies to cope with family stress
Published on July 25, 2024
Eight practical tips to guide you and your family when dealing with everyday stress and crisis situations. -
Michigan grape scouting report – July 25, 2024
Published on July 25, 2024
Stay informed and ahead of the curve with the latest vineyard updates and best practices in our comprehensive report. Enhance your grape growing success by leveraging expert insights on vine growth, disease management, and innovative tools. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 18, 2024
Published on July 25, 2024
More rainfall this week left fields and crops saturated, which affected field work. Most soybeans and corn throughout the region are in or entering reproductive stages. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 25, 2024
Published on July 25, 2024
A week of dry weather led to wheat harvest, straw and hay baling and movement by gravity and evaporation of standing water pooled in fields. Late blight was found in potatoes in southeastern St. Joseph County. -
Wheat watchers 2024 wrap up
Published on July 25, 2024
See how the wheat harvest is progressing across the state. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – July 25, 2024
Published on July 25, 2024
Fresh blueberries of excellent quality and flavor are the main fruit crop available to local Michigan consumers.