• Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 28, 2013

  Published on May 28, 2013
  The pleasant temperatures have brought cherries out of the shuck – looks like we have a good set so far.

• East Michigan fruit update – May 1, 2018

  Published on May 1, 2018
  Spring is finally upon us, pushing green tissue development in most fruit crops. With rain predicted late in the week, apple growers are covering today and tomorrow for their first possible apple scab infection period.

• West central Michigan tree fruit regional report – June 16, 2015

  Published on June 16, 2015
  Heavy rains should lead to the end of primary apple scab.

• West Michigan tree fruit regional report – June 21, 2016

  Published on June 21, 2016
  Don’t let your guard down during the dog days of summer.

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  David Ortega Provides Expert Testimony to Congress

  Published on April 26, 2018
  David Ortega, Ph.D., assistant professor in AFRE, provided expert testimony for a congressional hearing of the U.S. China Economic Security Review Commission on Thursday, April 26, 2018 in Washington, DC.

• East Michigan fruit update – April 24, 2018

  Published on April 24, 2018
  Warmer temperatures over the last few days have finally started to push some early growth in fruit crops.

• Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – April 2, 2024

  Published on April 2, 2024
  The region is cooling off after a hot start to the growing season.

• Another cool wet week for Southwest Michigan fruit

  Published on April 26, 2011
  Rainy weather has delayed planting and spraying by fruit growers the week of April 25.

• Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – April 7, 2015

  Published on April 7, 2015
  Spring is off to a slow start following two brutally cold winters, colder than most fruit growers can remember.

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  What’s the difference between horse chestnuts and sweet chestnuts?

  Published on October 9, 2019
  Chestnuts are a delicious staple to many meals, but some types are toxic and shouldn’t be eaten.

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  Artwork from MSU Landscape Architecture Associate Professor to be exhibited at East Arbor Architecture on Feb. 7

  Published on January 24, 2018
  On Feb. 7, 2018, East Arbor Architecture in East Lansing is hosting an art exhibition featuring the work of LA associate professor and artist Jon Burley I Bur Oak from his international travels with students during study abroad programs.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – May 14, 2019

  Published on May 14, 2019
  Apple trees are moving nowhere fast.

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  Summer vacation finds teachers in school exploring Great Lakes watersheds on Lake Huron (Part 2)

  Published on August 28, 2014
  Summer Institute Lake Huron educators gain a watershed perspective toward student learning opportunities through Great Lakes water science and stewardship experiences.

• Michigan chestnuts: Making your holiday meal memorable

  Published on October 29, 2013
  Michigan ranks as a leader for acreage in chestnut production. Liven up your meal this holiday season with chestnuts.

• Selecting Corn Hybrids and Soybean Varieties for 2011

  Published on December 10, 2010
  

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  Saginaw Bay area vegetable regional report – June 18, 2014

  Published on June 18, 2014
  Pest pressures across the region vary, and rain would be nice.

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  Consult breeder culture sheets for success with new cultivars

  Published on March 20, 2024
  New petunia cultivars with color patterns can be sensitive to some plant growth regulators and production temperatures. Make it a habit of consulting culture sheets developed by breeding companies for guidance on how to grow new and existing cultivars.

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  Gardening in shade: Choose from a “smart” plant palette

  Published on April 27, 2015
  Know the growing requirements of shade-loving plants and the surrounding site before you buy.

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  Michigan grape scouting report – June 30, 2021

  Published on June 30, 2021
  Grape berry moth egglaying will begin in southern Michigan vineyards soon. Several diseases have been found at high pressure sites.

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  Michigan grape scouting report – July 27, 2022

  Published on July 27, 2022
  Hedging at the right time can maintain your canopy young and active at the end of the growing season.