News

Million-dollar rain

Published on July 23, 2020
What is 1 inch of rainfall worth to irrigators at peak time of importance?
Enviroweather adds an additional station at North Central Michigan College

Published on July 15, 2020
The new station will serve commercial and community agriculture and provide hands-on education in Emmett County.
Michigan chestnut scouting report – June 10, 2020

Published on June 10, 2020
Winter injury is evident around Michigan and potato leafhopper have arrived.
New 2,4-D formulation offers greater safety for berries, tree fruit and nut tree crops

Published on May 28, 2020
A 2,4-D choline formulation is now available for controlling or suppressing broadleaves weeds in pome and stone fruits, tree nuts and and various berry crops.
Freezing temperatures likely across Michigan

Published on May 7, 2020
Cold outbreak brings prolonged freeze risk.
Midwest Chestnut Producers Council launches new industry publication

Published on May 7, 2020
Check out the inaugural issue of Chestnut Industry News.
Find the right water testing lab for Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule compliance

Published on April 14, 2020
Although the Food Safety Modernization Act has added new testing methods to the approval list, finding the right lab still isn't easy. Use this map to find a lab near you.
Plant and soil service labs open during COVID-19 shutdowns

Published on March 30, 2020
MSU’s Plant & Pest Diagnostics and Soil and Plant Nutrient Laboratory remain open during “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order.
COVID-19: Where can agricultural employers go to stay current on the infectious disease caused by novel coronavirus?

Published on March 19, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to change daily and staying current on the latest changes for agricultural workers can be difficult.
Managing chestnut weevil in Michigan in 2020

Published on March 11, 2020
Chestnut growers need to scout for this potentially damaging pest this season.