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Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 24, 2025
Published on June 24, 2025
Isolated hail hit northwest Michigan over the weekend. Growers are actively managing for diseases with warm and wet conditions. Pest numbers are also increasing with this weather. -
Beating the heat: Protecting pigs from heat stress
Published on June 24, 2025
Practical nutritional and cooling strategies to safeguard swine health and performance during extreme temperatures. -
Current insect pressure and trends discussed on July 3 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series
Published on June 24, 2025
Join MSU Extension for the July 3 installment of the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series to listen to Chris DiFonzo discuss what insect pressures and patterns she is seeing across the state. -
Leadership transition announced for Project GREEEN
Published on June 23, 2025
Cornelius Barry will be the next coordinator of Project GREEEN, effective July 1, 2025. -
Comprehensive management strategies for vineyards after hailstorms
Published on June 23, 2025
Post-hail recovery and resilience strategies for Michigan’s cool-climate vineyards. -
Safeguard against spreading the invasive box tree moth
Published on June 23, 2025
Have you noticed heavy box tree moth damage on your boxwoods this season? Here's what you need to know about safely disposing of infested plants. -
The heat is on: Protect golf course turf during high temperatures
Published on June 23, 2025
High temperatures will stress turfgrass in the next week. Here are simple reminders as the heat ramps up. -
Tips for managing lawns during high temperatures
Published on June 23, 2025
High temperatures and heat indexes have been stressing turfgrass lately. Michigan State University Extension offers simple reminders as the heat continues this week. -
Christmas tree irrigation: When and how much should I irrigate?
Published on June 23, 2025
Using an evapotranspiration model to determine irrigation scheduling can conserve water and improve tree production -
Better manure management with new technology
Published on June 20, 2025
Using sensors to apply the right nutrients at the right time.