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  West central Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 7, 2019

  Published on August 7, 2019
  Cucurbit diseases are on the uptick.

• Regional reports on Michigan vegetables – June 8, 2011

  Published on June 8, 2011
  MSU Extension educators’ pest and vegetable updates for Michigan.

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  East Michigan vegetable regional report – July 1, 2015

  Published on July 1, 2015
  Low temperatures and sunlight are slowing vegetable growth.

• West central Michigan tree fruit regional report – June 2, 2015

  Published on June 2, 2015
  All tree fruits are setting very well despite poor weather during bloom.

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  West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 23, 2017

  Published on May 23, 2017
  Fluctuating temperatures, high winds and sporadic rains have made spray coverage a challenge and led to disease concerns, particularly fire blight.

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  Identifying plant health threats and solutions at the epicenter of collaboration

  Published on July 1, 2020
  Jan Byrne, plant pathology diagnostician with MSU Plant and Pest Diagnostic Services, identifies potential plant health issues for growers and home owners.

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  MassTimber@MSU in Italy

  Published on December 8, 2022
  Dr. George Berghorn, Research Director, Mass Timber @ MSU travelled to connect with the mass timber industry in Italy, read his blog entry here.

• West Michigan tree fruit update - July 10, 2018

  Published on July 10, 2018
  Summer loving for Japanese beetles and other insects.

• Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 27, 2014

  Published on May 27, 2014
  Orchards in bloom have been buzzing with pollinator activity during this beautiful weather.

• Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 26, 2020

  Published on May 26, 2020
  Tart cherries are in full bloom and apple bloom is starting. Growers are finding time between forecasted rains to protect blossoms and leaves.

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  Southeast Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 1, 2018

  Published on August 1, 2018
  Finally, some rain! Expect more disease and continued insect pressure.

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  Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – July 10, 2014

  Published on July 10, 2014
  Cool temperatures moderate crop development across the region.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update — Sept. 5, 2017

  Published on September 5, 2017
  Gala apple harvest continues. Grape harvest has begun. Growers need to be mindful of late season pests, which appear just before harvest.

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  MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology supports 125 years of workforce development in Michigan

  Published on April 2, 2019
  The Institute of Agricultural Technology celebrates 125 years of supporting agricultural training starting as short courses at the State Agricultural College, now Michigan State University. On March 31, 164 IAT students graduated.

• West Michigan tree fruit regional report – May 17, 2016

  Published on May 17, 2016
  Cool weather has slowed pests, diseases and tree growth.

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  East Michigan fruit update – May 7, 2019

  Published on May 7, 2019
  Rainfall and mostly cooler temperatures over the last week have continued to slow the growth of fruit crops over the region.

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  Chinese and American Consumers Want More Trade, But Skeptical of Trade Policy

  Published on March 5, 2019
  Associate professor David Ortega shares research on American and Chinese consumer perceptions on US-China trade relations.

• East Michigan fruit update – May 8, 2018

  Published on May 8, 2018
  Bloom in apples is coming quickly, so look out for fire blight conditions.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – July 28, 2020

  Published on July 28, 2020
  Apples are sizing nicely as the drier summer days are upon us.

• The influence of temperature and water activity on thermal resistance of Salmonella in milk chocolate

  Published on January 12, 2023
  Salmonella contamination of chocolate-derived products has caused several outbreaks and recalls in recent years.