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Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants
Published on March 8, 2024
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you. -
Options for sourcing 1-MCP
Published on March 7, 2024
Competition in the marketplace for 1-MCP is growing as new sources of this potent apple ripening inhibitor proliferate. -
Improve your drone spraying skills at the Michigan Spray Drone Spring Fly-in Workshop
Published on March 6, 2024
This April event will be for any drone pilots interested in improving their spraying prowess. -
Understanding the current situation with chlorpyrifos regulations and its potential use in Michigan tree fruit during the 2024 field season
Published on February 5, 2024
What the Dec. 28, 2023, court ruling means for Michigan tree fruit growers who would still like to use chlorpyrifos against labeled insect pests on bearing trees. -
2024 Southwest Michigan Horticulture Days is less than a month away
Published on January 12, 2024
Don’t forget to register for the expanded Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days conference and exhibitor show on Feb. 7-8 in Benton Harbor. -
New starch charts for evaluating the maturity of apple varieties in Michigan
Published on December 21, 2023
This collection of user-friendly Starch Index Scales features high quality images of iodine-stained apples across the range of starch values and detailed instructions for iodine testing. -
Unveiling the 2024 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show — Reserve your spot today!
Published on December 12, 2023
The much-anticipated 2024 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show will take place January 16-17 at the Grand Traverse Resort in Acme, Michigan. -
Michigan pesticide applicator review sessions, recertifications credits, and testing options for winter 2023 through spring 2024
Published on October 19, 2023
Frequently asked questions about when and where pesticide applicators can earn education credits or take the certification exam. -
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – October 17, 2023
Published on October 18, 2023
Southwest Michigan apple harvest focuses on Evercrisp, Rome and Braeburn apples. -
West central Michigan apple maturity report – October 18, 2023
Published on October 18, 2023
Fall colors are vibrant and apple harvest continues. Growers are harvesting Idared, Mutsu, Fuji, and EverCrisp this week.