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Midwest Chestnut Producers Council Farm Tour

Published on July 31, 2018
Join us August 25 to learn about chestnut production in Michigan, raise money for research, and connect with other growers.
Rogers Reserve sponsors Aug. 11 Chestnut Pest Management Session

Published on July 19, 2018
Join us to learn about disease management in chestnut, from the field to the processing line.
Michigan chestnut update – June 26, 2018

Published on June 26, 2018
Pollen shed is starting in southern and central Michigan. European rose chafer numbers are high and Asian chestnut gall wasp emergence will begin soon.
Be on the lookout for Asian chestnut gall wasp

Published on June 26, 2018
Asian chestnut gall wasp is present in southwest Michigan. Scout carefully and continue to comply with the state quarantine. Importing plant material from states with known infestations is prohibited.
Michigan chestnut update – June 5, 2018

Published on June 5, 2018
Growers are reporting tree mortality around Michigan.
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.
Don’t become another deadly statistic

Published on May 23, 2018
Farm safety is even more critical when employee numbers are down and farmers are asking more of everyone, even their children.
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.
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.