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Crop nutrient management for beginning farmers
Published on February 22, 2017
New and less experienced farmers have options to consider regarding their crop nutrient programs. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for Aug. 1, 2017
Published on August 1, 2017
Ripe and ripening fruit in susceptible crops must be protected. This is the final SWD report for the 2017 season. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – July 16, 2013
Published on July 16, 2013
Morning ground fog continues, but soils are drying out in the southwest region. -
The next step in your on-farm produce safety work: On-Farm Readiness Review
Published on April 25, 2022
The Michigan on-farm produce safety team helps Michigan produce growers assess their farm’s readiness related to the FSMA Produce Safety Rule. -
West Michigan tree fruit regional report – May 31, 2016
Published on May 31, 2016
Above-normal temperatures have been good for tree fruit growth. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 20, 2017
Published on June 20, 2017
Update on growing degree-days, frost damage, tree fruit developmental stages, fungal diseases and insect pests for the tree fruit industry in west central Michigan. -
EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan may impact pesticide applicators in Michigan
Published on November 11, 2024
Pesticide applicators may experience label changes aimed at protecting particularly vulnerable endangered species. -
East Michigan fruit regional report – May 3, 2016
Published on May 3, 2016
With cooler than normal temperatures over the last week, growth and development of our fruit crops have been at a standstill. -
Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – Aug. 20, 2013
Published on August 20, 2013
Crumbly raspberry disorder, necrotic leaf blotch and bitter pit in apples are starting to be seen at southeast Michigan fruit farms, and spotted wing Drosophila trap catches rise sharply. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – July 23, 2024
Published on July 23, 2024
Early apple variety harvest is starting in the area. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 25, 2019
Published on June 25, 2019
Strawberry harvest continues. Grape bloom is ending. -
East Michigan fruit update – June 13, 2017
Published on June 13, 2017
Strawberry harvest continues across the region, although some farms have limited picking due to poor fruit quality. Soils remain dry at most farms. -
FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard – Part 1
Published on May 8, 2018
As of January 2018, three requirements were added to the Worker Protection Standard. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – April 2, 2013
Published on April 2, 2013
After a cold March, fruit and other perennials are slowly starting growth. -
Get your summer buzz on at the second annual Bee Palooza at MSU
Published on May 21, 2013
In celebration of National Pollinator Week, join us Sunday, June 23, for Bee Palooza at the MSU Horticulture Gardens to have fun and learn all about pollinators. -
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for July 25, 2014
Published on July 25, 2014
One adult brown marmorated stink bug has been captured in a trap next to a peach orchard near Niles, Michigan in Berrien County, but no other detections have been reported. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update — Aug. 1, 2017
Published on August 1, 2017
Spotted wing Drosophila and labor are problems as fruit harvest moves quickly. -
Registration for the 2013 Integrated Pest Management Academy CLOSES Thursday, Feb. 14!
Published on February 13, 2013
Registration for this important event closes at midnight on Thursday, Feb. 14, so register NOW to ensure your spot at the 2013 IPM Academy! -
A fruitful partnership
Published on September 9, 2021
MSU, Tree Fruit Commission, MDARD partner to support fruit industry -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – Aug. 25, 2020
Published on August 25, 2020
Brown marmorated stink bugs were detected adjacent to an apple block at the Northwest Michigan Horticulture Research Center.
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