News
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2019 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show session agendas now available
Published on November 28, 2018
The 2019 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show agendas for wine and grape sessions and tree fruit sessions are now available. Pre-register today!
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Farmers growing produce commonly eaten raw will be contacting water testing labs about new rule
Published on November 7, 2018
The Food Safety Modernization Act requires quantitative E. coli testing of water used on produce farms. Growers will be looking for local labs.
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Support Armillaria research by taking brief survey
Published on October 24, 2018
Help Michigan State University fruit researchers develop sustainable strategies for Armillaria.
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2019 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show set for Jan. 15-16
Published on October 22, 2018
Pre-registration is now open for the 2019 Orchard and Vineyard Show in Acme, Michigan.
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Pesticide applicator recertification credits available before the end of the year
Published on October 4, 2018
Growers needing a few more credits in 2018 have until Dec. 31 to complete the online Desire to Learn IPM course.
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Cultural management strategies to reduce orchard suitability for spotted wing Drosophila
Published on September 28, 2018
Summary of 2018 research investigating cultural management strategies to reduce SWD in tart cherry orchards. This work was made possible thanks to funds from the Michigan Cherry Committee.
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East Michigan fruit update – Sept. 19, 2018
Published on September 19, 2018
Brown marmorated stink bug trap catches have taken a sharp rise at some east Michigan farms. Apple and fall red raspberry harvest are in full swing.
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Southwest Michigan fruit update – Sept. 19, 2018
Published on September 19, 2018
It’s been a warm, dry week as apple harvest gains momentum. Grape harvest is beginning.
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Southwest Michigan fruit update – Sept. 11, 2018
Published on September 11, 2018
A cool, cloudy week helped apples but could be a problem in grapes.
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New training available for agricultural board members
Published on September 7, 2018
Learn how to improve board management and impact and Nov. 9 workshop in East Lansing.
