Resources

Managing Colonizing Aphids in Ware Potatoes

Published on June 20, 2025
While aphids are common crop pests, only three can become an issue in ware potatoes: potato aphid, green peach aphid and buckthorn aphid. This fact sheet shows how to scout for and manage these species.
Improving Irrigation Efficiency and Water Sustainability

Published on June 19, 2025
This report highlights 2024 projects conducted by MSU Extension and the MSU Biosystem and Agricultural Engineering department on improving irrigation efficiency through uniformity evaluations and scheduling research.
MSU Extension Provides Education to Beef Producers and Industry

Published on June 19, 2025
MSU Extension continued to meet the challenge of serving the Michigan beef industry by supporting producers through education on regenerative grazing practices, reproductive efficiency, marketing decisions and genetics, such as beef crossed with dairy.
Michigan Blueberry Cost of Production 2024

Published on June 17, 2025
The Michigan blueberry industry is moving toward greater levels of production for the fresh market, with growers selecting cultivars and production techniques for this market.
Bulletin E-3507 Introduction to Fertilizer Planning for Vegetables

Published on June 9, 2025
This educational bulletin explores the process of creating a fertilizer plan for vegetable growers.
Michigan Fresh: Tomato Diseases in the Home Garden

Published on June 5, 2025
Tomatoes are one of the most popular crops grown in home gardens. When growing tomatoes, it is important to be able to identify the different biotic or abiotic diseases that may threaten the health of the plants.
Irrigation Scheduling Tools

Published on June 2, 2025
Irrigation scheduling provides information on the timing and amount of water to apply to meet crop needs.
2025 Irrigation System Retrofit Decision-Support Tool

Published on May 29, 2025
This spreadsheet calculates the expected rate of return and payback period for retrofitting an irrigation system sprinkler package.
Common Flower Visitors in Michigan

Published on May 19, 2025
This document describes features and behaviors unique to 5 groups of bees and 5 butterfly species. These signs can be downloaded and used in your garden to highlight common pollinators.
Winter Bale Grazing in Michigan and the Great Lakes Region

Published on May 13, 2025
This bulletin provides practical guidance for implementing bale grazing as a winter-feeding strategy for beef cattle in Michigan, including equipment needs, layout tips, animal health considerations and soil fertility benefits.