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Disease detected on cukes in Washtenaw County: Several counties have positive cucurbit downy mildew spores in air samples
Published on July 3, 2024
All Michigan cucumber and melon growers should employ effective downy mildew fungicides immediately. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 3, 2024
Published on July 3, 2024
Winter wheat harvest continued. More soybeans entered reproductive stages, and some commercial corn has begun to tassel. Second generation Colorado potato beetles were confirmed in potatoes. -
Early summer crop water needs
Published on July 3, 2024
Effective early water management involves applying irrigation only when necessary to give the crop a strong start, while considering that over-irrigation can lead to losses of crop inputs. -
Wheat watchers week of July 1, 2024
Published on July 3, 2024
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week. -
Premier Course in Forest Carbon Credits: Now Available on Coursera
Published on July 3, 2024
A recently launched Coursera course focuses on Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives contributing to capacity building toward high-integrity natural climate solutions. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – July 3, 2024
Published on July 3, 2024
Michigan’s blueberry harvest is underway with fruit of excellent quality and flavor. -
MSU Extension Master Gardeners to hold educational conference in August
Published on July 3, 2024
Join us Aug. 23-24 for the 2024 Master Gardener Conference and participate in tours, workshops and educational sessions focused on increasing and enhancing your scientific, research-based horticultural knowledge. -
Key Takeaways from a Food-Grade Grains Field Day
Published on July 3, 2024
Participants from across Michigan’s supply chain discussed food-grade grains and the opportunities and challenges going from Field to Mug, Spoon, and Jug. -
Sustainable Intensification of Dual-Purpose Cowpea Varieties for Enhanced Food and Fodder in Senegal
Published on July 2, 2024
From the June 2024 Newsletter -
Seeds2B Joins Legume Lab Technical Leadership Team
Published on July 2, 2024
From the June 2024 Newsletter -
Recent farm to ECE procurement pilot shared at National Research Conference on Early Childhood in Washington, D.C.
Published on July 2, 2024
Researchers from the Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems aimed to assess the impact of participation on provider practices, with the goal of informing and supporting statewide farm to ECE efforts. -
Multidisciplinary KBS team produces new conservation tool
Published on July 2, 2024
The first-ever Prairie Strip Partial Budget is now available through MSU Extension and MiSTRIPS -
Introducing weekly crop water use reports for irrigation scheduling
Published on July 2, 2024
Weekly crop water use recommendations offer irrigators scientifically based guidance on how much irrigation water to apply when rainfall is insufficient. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update –July 2, 2024
Published on July 2, 2024
Another rainy week on the Ridge. -
Recent Grad Dr Harkirat Kaur
Published on July 2, 2024
She has started her new career at UW-Madison! -
“Let’s Help Her Win” TV show accepting applications for season 2 contestants
Published on July 2, 2024
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based YouTube show connects contestants to mentors, technical assistance, and investors. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – July 2, 2024
Published on July 2, 2024
Sweet cherry harvest continues. Tart cherry harvest has begun for some growers across the region. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 2, 2024
Published on July 2, 2024
Blueberry harvest starts while cherries wind down. Spotted wing drosophila problems are persisting. -
Two Detroit-area educators will join week-long Shipboard Science Workshop on Lake Erie
Published on July 2, 2024
Metroparks outreach interpreter, and Pontiac biology teacher, among 15 from Great Lakes region chosen to participate. -
Firework safety for everyone
Published on July 1, 2024
Pets and young kids can be extra sensitive to fireworks. Here are a few suggestions on making it a safe experience for everyone.