News

Coronavirus relief programs for nontraditional commodities webinar to be held Tuesday, Nov. 24

Published on November 20, 2020
Join us to learn more about how these valuable programs can benefit your farm and what they might mean for your farm taxes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – Sept. 1, 2020

Published on September 1, 2020
Fall harvest is progressing well. Brown marmorated stink bug numbers are increasing.