News
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Detection of dead spotted lanternflies in Michigan highlights the need for vigilance
Published on November 16, 2020
Know what to look for and report any sightings of this invasive pest. -
Spotted lanternfly: A colorful cause for concern
Published on November 12, 2020
Learn how to identify and report any sightings of this invasive pest. -
The relationship between plant disease management and pollinator conservation
Published on October 15, 2020
What does disease management have to do with pollinators? -
Guidance for farmers on pandemic preparedness plans and the CHAMP tool
Published on September 18, 2020
Find answers to common questions about operational requirements specified by Michigan Executive Orders. -
East Michigan fruit update – Sept. 16, 2020
Published on September 16, 2020
Apple harvest is in full swing. Gala harvest is nearly complete with Honeycrisp and McIntosh harvest continuing. More rains have finally come to the region over the last two weeks. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – Sept. 8, 2020
Published on September 8, 2020
Blueberry harvest is coming to an end in northern counties with most of the hand harvest for the fresh market already completed. Remaining berries are mechanically harvested for procession. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – Sept. 8, 2020
Published on September 8, 2020
Apple and wine grape harvests are underway. Fall is a good time to test soils for nematodes. -
Take a virtual tour of the Northwest Michigan Horticulture Research Center
Published on September 2, 2020
The Northwest Michigan Horticulture Research Center is excited to offer a virtual tour in lieu of their annual open house. -
East Michigan fruit update – Sept. 2, 2020
Published on September 2, 2020
Much needed rain moved over the region in the past week. Apple harvest for fall varieties has started. Brown marmorated stink bug feeding damage in apples is more common. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – Sept. 1, 2020
Published on September 1, 2020
Fall harvest is progressing well. Brown marmorated stink bug numbers are increasing.