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Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 17, 2016
Published on May 17, 2016
The northwest region is in bloom in sweet and tart cherries, and blossoms are opening in apples. The predicted warm weather will improve bee activity and pollination services. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 9, 2020
Published on June 9, 2020
Blueberry bloom is ending. Strawberries are starting to color. Tree fruit are rapidly increasing in size -
Fungal infections of corn and management strategies
Published on February 3, 2023
Corn grain and silage often provide the dry matter content in a dairy ration. Fungi in corn causes rot, lost yields and can lead to an accumulation of mycotoxins. Learn best practices to minimize losses and risks caused by corn fungi and rot. -
New MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology food processing program launches
Published on May 9, 2019
The newest IAT certificate program, Food Processing, Technology and Safety, will accept students starting in fall 2019 in East Lansing, Battle Creek, Lansing, Muskegon and Traverse City. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 20, 2021
Published on April 20, 2021
Two nights of predicted below freezing temperatures are concerning for fruit growers. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 2, 2020
Published on June 2, 2020
A warm, wet week caused rapid plant development and insect activity. Plum curculio egglaying was widespread. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – August 19, 2014
Published on August 19, 2014
Blueberry, peach, plum and raspberry harvest continues while pear harvest has begun. Soils are very dry in southwest Michigan. -
Understanding the biology behind GMOs can help consumers evaluate GMO safety
Published on December 21, 2018
What are GMOs and are they safe to eat? -
Michigan grape scouting report – September 6, 2023
Published on September 6, 2023
It's time for harvest, and growers are looking forward to a bountiful yield. -
Ukraine farming, from revolution to revolution: A personal experience
Published on July 12, 2022
MSU Extension dairy educator reflects on his time in Ukraine. -
Spongy moth in Christmas tree production: What to know to sell your trees
Published on June 22, 2022
Requirements for spongy moth quarantine vary based on your business model and where your selling destination is. Following MDARD guidelines will allow for a saleable crop. -
West Michigan tree fruit regional report – March 28, 2017
Published on March 28, 2017
Tree fruit development is on hold, but be ready. -
West central Michigan tree fruit regional report – August 11, 2015
Published on August 11, 2015
Latest rainfall totals were highly variable. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update — Aug. 8, 2017
Published on August 8, 2017
Peach and blueberry harvest is moving quickly. -
Pruning is underway in northwest Michigan vineyards
Published on March 7, 2018
A review of grapevine pruning, and upcoming virus management and enology workshop for successful grape growing and winemaking. -
Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – August 19, 2014
Published on August 19, 2014
Paula Red apple harvest is complete at most farms, with Earligold and Zestar coming along quickly. -
Efficacy of Cry1F trait on western bean cutworm
Published on October 6, 2016
Entomologists in the Great Lakes region address the issue of efficacy of the Cry1F trait on western bean cutworm with an open letter. -
East Michigan fruit update – April 21, 2020
Published on April 21, 2020
Cool temperatures have slowed fruit growth stages over the past week. Recent freezing temperatures damaged some sweet cherry flower buds.