MSU Extension Chestnuts

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  Michigan chestnut update — May 23, 2018

  Published on May 23, 2018
  Chestnut trees have broken bud, even in the far north regions of Michigan. Potato leafhopper have arrived in southern Michigan.

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  FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard — Part 2

  Published on May 8, 2018
  The new respirator requirements for the updated Worker Protection Standard requires growers complete a respirator fit test annually.

• FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard – Part 1

  Published on May 8, 2018
  As of January 2018, three requirements were added to the Worker Protection Standard.

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  Some simple tips for reducing pesticide risk to pollinators

  Published on May 1, 2018
  With fruit crop bloom season kicking in, it’s a good time to review these recommendations.

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  Dennis Fulbright receives Chestnut Pioneer Award from chestnut industry

  Published on April 17, 2018
  The Midwest Nut Producers Council honored Dennis Fulbright, Michigan State University professor emeritus, at their annual meeting in March.

• Finer points of cleaning and sanitizing fruit and vegetable contact surfaces

  Published on April 10, 2018
  The Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule requires cleaning and sanitizing harvest containers. Learn how to clean and sanitize, and when it is required under the Produce Safety Rule.

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  Commercial specialty crop growers should register with Driftwatch

  Published on March 26, 2018
  Dicamba-resistant crop acreage is expected to increase, and with it the potential for non-target crop damage.

• Be smart when farming near underground pipelines and utilities

  Published on March 16, 2018
  Spring means deep tillage, trenching, posthole digging, tile-laying, building and other earth-moving activities on the farm. Be aware of pipeline and utility safety issues and call 811 when needed.

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  Worker Protection Standard training requirements for growers

  Published on March 14, 2018
  A summary of Worker Protection Standard (WPS) training requirements and some resources to help you stay compliant.

• Compost recordkeeping: What do I really need to have?

  Published on February 28, 2018
  Learn which compost records are required for Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA) compliance and understand what you need with regards to audits.