Vegetables
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Toxic seed piece syndrome reported in Michigan potato fields
Published on July 25, 2012
Learn the symptoms of toxic seed piece syndrome, a physiological disorder to potato fields that has been reported recently in Michigan. -
What is evapotranspiration and why it matters
Published on July 25, 2012
Under drought conditions, plants may not be able to extract water fast enough to keep up with evapotranspiration. -
Botrytis blight is causing problems in Michigan potatoes
Published on July 20, 2012
Excessive humidity and other stress factors are causing Botrytis blight in Michigan potatoes this season. Learn the epidemiology of this disease, as well as control methods and fungicide options. -
Conserving soil moisture in vegetables: Effects of weed management and cover crop mulches
Published on July 18, 2012
During hot, dry summers like this, timely weed management and retention of surface mulch can help reduce crop stress and minimize irrigation costs. -
How hot? How dry? Enviro-weather tools help answer these questions
Published on July 10, 2012
Fruit and vegetable growers can use MSU’s Enviro-weather tools to quickly compare seasonal heat (degree-day) and moisture (precipitation) accumulations with previous years and “normal” years. -
Evaluate your crop delivery arrangements to avoid hidden risks
Published on July 9, 2012
Advanced marketing agreements and contracts may have new meanings if this year’s crop falls short on the delivery bushels needed. -
Recognize the signs of heat stroke before it's too late
Published on June 18, 2012
Heat stroke is a serious condition that many farmers are at risk of experiencing, especially during the hot, humid days of a Michigan summer. -
Tips to stay safe in the heat
Published on June 18, 2012
With the hot summer weather upon us, heat related issues can sneak up on people who work outdoors, especially farmers who may not have access to shade or air conditioning to cool down. -
Extreme temperatures can trigger intense emotions in farmers
Published on June 13, 2012
Spring heat wave and hard frosts take an emotional toll on growers, farm workers and families. -
New potato maturity and stress graphic tool available on Enviro-weather
Published on May 30, 2012
The MSU Enviro-weather Potato Maturity and Stress Graph tool will help potato growers evaluate and mitigate crop stress caused by weather and other factors. -
Irrigation to improve herbicide performance
Published on May 21, 2012
Irrigation can greatly improve herbicide performance in dry soil conditions.