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Integrated pest management webinars now available on demand
Published on November 1, 2013
MSU Extension is now offering Integrated Pest Management Academy Online, a series of online prerecorded webinars. Commercial and private core pesticide recertification credits are available for Michigan applicators. -
Farmers growing produce commonly eaten raw will be contacting water testing labs about new rule
Published on November 7, 2018
The Food Safety Modernization Act requires quantitative E. coli testing of water used on produce farms. Growers will be looking for local labs. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 1, 2021
Published on June 1, 2021
Last week’s rains were welcomed by the fruit crops, but more is needed to reverse this season’s lack of moisture. -
Management considerations for peach orchards with edge damage from oriental fruit moth
Published on June 27, 2017
What growers need to do to manage oriental fruit moth in Michigan peach blocks. -
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for September 15, 2015
Published on September 16, 2015
Brown marmorated stink bug activity continues to increase in Berrien County; adults and nymphs were found feeding on apples. Damaged peaches by BMSB near Grand Rapids has been reported for the second year in a row. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for June 24, 2014
Published on June 24, 2014
First catches of spotted wing Drosophila are two weeks later than this time last year. Traps should be deployed already; protect ripening berries. -
West central Michigan tree fruit regional report – June 23, 2015
Published on June 23, 2015
June drop is well underway in apples. -
Revised Food Safety Modernization Act exemptions
Published on January 19, 2016
A breakdown of who is required to comply with the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – April 12, 2016
Published on April 12, 2016
With warmer weather, fruit tree buds are swelling. Growers should apply early-season sprays. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 6, 2021
Published on April 6, 2021
March was warm. Fruit crops are moving. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – August 12, 2014
Published on August 12, 2014
Soils are very dry in southwest Michigan and spotted wing Drosophila numbers are up sharply. -
Food Safety Modernization Act proposed produce safety rule open for comment
Published on February 1, 2013
Fresh market produce growers now have the opportunity to see and comment on the proposed produce safety rules issued by the FDA. -
Supporting beneficial insects on your farm or garden
Published on June 7, 2016
MSU research has identified the best plants for supporting pollinators and natural enemies. At this Aug. 2 workshop, you can see the plants and learn how to use them on your farm or garden. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – Sept. 4, 2018
Published on September 4, 2018
Tree fruit harvest continues. Grape harvest will begin soon. -
Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – June 25, 2013
Published on June 25, 2013
Strawberry harvest is nearly finished in the southeast region and sweet cherry harvest is beginning. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 8, 2021
Published on June 8, 2021
With the heat and lack of rain, some crops are beginning to show drought stress. Irrigation is important to maintain fruit and plant growth. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for August 12, 2014
Published on August 13, 2014
Spotted wing Drosophila numbers continue to rise across the monitoring network. Protect susceptible crops where they are detected. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 28, 2020
Published on July 28, 2020
Summer fruit harvest continues. Spotted wing Drosophila numbers are rapidly increasing. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 19, 2015
Published on May 19, 2015
Very cool conditions will hold insect pests back this week. Blueberries and strawberries are blooming. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – July 30, 2019
Published on July 30, 2019
Sweet and tart cherry harvest is underway in northwest Michigan.
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