Resources

Greenhouse Insect Pest Management 2026

Published on June 30, 2026
Research-based information is presented on how to manage greenhouse insects and other pests including thrips, aphids, whiteflies, mites, fungus gnats, and mealybugs.
Bulletin E-3515 Used Farm Equipment Markets: Planning the Purchase

Published on June 29, 2026
This publication explores the process of planning your farm’s next equipment purchase.
Managing Spotted Wing Drosophila in Michigan Cherry

Published on June 25, 2026
This fact sheet covers best practices for managing spotted wing drosophila in Michigan cherry orchards.
Field crop fundamentals - Forage crop uses explained

Published on June 24, 2026
Depending on your farming goals, forage crops can be used in different ways, opening different markets, opportunities and benefits.
Dairy Farm Labor Shortages, Adaptation Strategies and Preferences for Workforce Policy Options

Published on June 22, 2026
The research examines how labor shortages affect dairy operations and which policy solutions producers believe would most effectively address the problem.
Alternaria leaf spot of sugarbeet

Published on June 17, 2026
Alternaria alternata (Fr.) Keissl. and Alternaria brassicae (Berk.) Sacc.
Cercospora leaf spot of sugarbeet

Published on June 17, 2026
Cercospora beticola Sacc.
New World Screwworm, Cochliomyia hominivorax

Published on June 10, 2026
New World Screwworm (NWS) is a pest that infests warm-blooded animals, including livestock, pets, wildlife and, less commonly, people and birds.
Best Practices for Peach Orchards with Reduced Crop Load

Published on June 9, 2026
Strategies to balance input costs, canopy growth, and next season’s productivity.
Good Gardening Practices for Fresh Produce Donations from Home and Community Gardens

Published on June 8, 2026
Donating fresh fruits and vegetables to a food pantry is a great way to share a home or community garden harvest. This bulletin covers good gardening practices when growing and harvesting produce for donation.