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Strawberry root rot fact sheet now available

Published on June 25, 2025
Strawberry black root rot is a disease complex on perennial strawberries and managing it can be difficult. Following these strategies may help mitigate it in your fields.
West central Michigan small fruit update – June 17, 2025

Published on June 18, 2025
Small fruit crops in west central Michigan continue developing under variable weather conditions. Summer strawberries are harvested.
Inaugural Veteran Farming Conference set for July 2025 in Indiana

Published on June 5, 2025
Join military veterans, beginning and experienced farmers and ag professionals for hands-on training, networking and education at the first summer Veteran Farming Conference, July 11-12, 2025, in Shipshewana, Indiana. All are welcome to attend!
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 3 2025

Published on June 4, 2025
Surprise frost over the weekend and a heatwave beginning of this week—pure Michigan!
West central Michigan small fruit update – May 16, 2025

Published on May 19, 2025
Unseasonal weather conditions have triggered an early emergence of insect pests typically associated with the fruit crop bloom period, particularly flower thrips.