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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. -
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. -
University Extension seeks grower feedback on the Fruit Pest and Beneficial Search Tool
Published on October 11, 2023
Fruit growers in the Great Lakes region are invited to participate in a short survey designed to gauge the current use and necessary improvements for the Fruit Pest and Beneficial Search Tool. -
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening
Published on September 14, 2023
Collect weed seeds September-October to submit for herbicide resistance screening. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – September 5, 2023
Published on September 6, 2023
Peaches and blueberries are winding down and grape growers are getting ready for harvesting. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – August 24, 2023
Published on August 25, 2023
This week has been hot and humid across the region. Peach and early apple harvest is underway. Pear harvest is around the corner. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update - August 22, 2023
Published on August 22, 2023
Table grapes are starting, apples and peaches continue, and pest scouting is winding down. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 22, 2023
Published on August 22, 2023
A heat advisory is in effect for parts of this week, but cool weather returns by the weekend.