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Irrigation update for specialty crop producers on March 17

Published on February 26, 2020
Specialty Crop Irrigation Meeting in southwest Michigan offers an irrigation update for fruit, vegetable and ornamental crop producers with an emphasis on rules, regulations, legal requirements and scheduling.
Get RUP credits and ideas for the growing season with educational meetings in east Michigan

Published on January 3, 2020
Michigan State University Extension’s 2020 winter meetings offer updates on pest and crop management as well necessary information on new regulations.
Considering chestnut production? Come to the 2019 Great Lakes Expo!

Published on November 13, 2019
Growers considering chestnut production should attend the chestnut session at the Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable & Farm Market Expo in Grand Rapids.
What’s the difference between horse chestnuts and sweet chestnuts?

Published on October 9, 2019
Chestnuts are a delicious staple to many meals, but some types are toxic and shouldn’t be eaten.
Vole management for Michigan crop producers

Published on October 7, 2019
Voles can cause extensive damage to orchards, ornamentals and tree plantings due to their girdling of seedlings and mature trees and feeding on roots.
MSU seeks farmer input on wildlife damage to crops

Published on September 10, 2019
Researchers at Michigan State University are looking to identify wildlife management priorities for agriculture.
Michigan chestnut industry makes important donation to MSU research

Published on September 4, 2019
Michigan chestnut famers partner with Michigan State University to support industry growth.
Using climatology to estimate first freezing temperatures of the fall season

Published on August 30, 2019
Statistics help narrow down the timing of first freezing temperatures across Michigan.
MSU seeking assistance in establishing baseline nutrient data for chestnuts

Published on August 8, 2019
Chestnut growers are encouraged to submit information related to their nutrient management and irrigation practices as well as tissue analysis results and yield data.
Michigan chestnut scouting report – July 25, 2019

Published on July 25, 2019
Potato leafhopper populations are high around Michigan and growers continue reporting trees failing from winter damage.