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Published on September 30, 2025
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Michigan Apple Cider Contest returns for 27th edition
Published on September 4, 2025
Open to commercial apple producers, the contest takes place at the Great Lakes Expo on Dec. 10, 2025. -
Michigan State University Extension seeks input from pesticide applicators and agribusiness on new EPA regulations
Published on September 4, 2025
Please complete this brief survey to assist MSU Extension in identifying needs related to pesticide label changes, Bulletins Live! Two and the Endangered Species Act. -
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – September 4, 2025
Published on September 4, 2025
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – September 3, 2025
Published on September 4, 2025
Cooler weather slowed crop growth as pumpkin harvest begins, with reports of disease and pest pressure in carrots, brassicas and sweet corn. This is the final Michigan vegetable crop report of the season. -
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 3, 2025
Published on September 3, 2025
Many Macintosh, Gala and Honeycrisp blocks are at or near maturity and beginning harvest. -
Eastern Equine Encephalitis Michigan horse health alert
Published on September 3, 2025
MDARD confirms first case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis for 2025 in a Benzie County horse. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 3, 2025
Published on September 3, 2025
McIntosh and Gala are being harvested, and wine grape harvest continues. -
Northwest area apple maturity report – September 3, 2025
Published on September 3, 2025
Premier Honeycrisp harvest has begun in the region. Color is improving with the cooler nights. -
Enrollment now open: Popular MSU Extension course Introduction to Lakes Online offered January 2026
Published on September 3, 2025
Register today for this unique opportunity to learn about inland lakes. -
Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership to host 2025 Shoreline and Shallows Conference
Published on September 3, 2025
This one-day conference will be held on October 17, 2025, at the MSU Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center. -
MSU Organic Farmer Training expands to Grand Rapids, adding to program's learning community in Detroit and East Lansing
Published on September 3, 2025
Sign up for the 2026 Organic Farming Training Program to visit over 20 farms, hear from over 20 guest speakers and learn from a like-minded community of farmers, educational gardeners, farmworkers and food system changemakers. -
Mid-Michigan Agronomy Event Brings Together Experts, Growers, and Policy Leaders
Published on September 2, 2025
Despite a rainy start, spirits were high at the Saginaw Valley Research Center as nearly 150 participants gathered for a full morning of agronomy-focused insights. -
Leasing land when profits are scarce
Published on September 2, 2025
Farmland rental strategies when margins are thin. -
Seed selection goes beyond yield and disease resistance
Published on September 2, 2025
New resources from MSU Extension can help you choose the right seed for your farm. -
Local government budgeting in uncertain times
Published on September 2, 2025
This free webinar brings together local leaders to share strategies for managing budgets amid state budget uncertainty. -
MSU Extension and Michigan Department of Treasury launch grant readiness training
Published on September 2, 2025
This free webinar, part of the Fiscally Ready Communities series, helps local governments align grants with community goals, assess capacity, and build proactive policies to strengthen fiscal sustainability. -
Cost of Production spotlighted in new season of risk management series from MSU Extension
Published on September 2, 2025
Cost of Production is the main emphasis of this year’s Farm Policy and Risk Management Series. -
Cover crops after wheat harvest – five reliable options
Published on September 2, 2025
Post-wheat harvest leaves an excellent opportunity to incorporate fall cover crops into your production system. Here’s five reliable options for cover cropping after wheat to get you started. -
Grain marketing considerations for 2025 and beyond
Published on September 2, 2025
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on September 11 will focus on grain marketing updates.