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MSU Organic Farmer Training expands to Grand Rapids, adding to program's learning community in Detroit and East Lansing
Published on September 3, 2025
Sign up for the 2026 Organic Farming Training Program to visit over 20 farms, hear from over 20 guest speakers and learn from a like-minded community of farmers, educational gardeners, farmworkers and food system changemakers. -
Michigan Grape scouting report – August 12, 2020
Published on August 12, 2020
Pest pressure is increasing, and some growers are clearing up from the derecho. -
Insect, plant disease and pesticide research to feature at Trevor Nichols Research Center Field Day
Published on September 21, 2015
Michigan State University will host a research and extension field day focusing on insect, plant disease and pesticide efficacy research at its Trevor Nichols Research Center Sept. 29. -
Mota-Sanchez leads project to increase sustainability of Michigan’s Latino farmers
Published on January 31, 2018
David Mota-Sanchez’s team has secured $600,000 to work with beginning Latino farmers and encourage children to consider a future in farming. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 7, 2022
Published on June 7, 2022
Bloom is finishing for most small fruit. Strawberry harvest has begun. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 9, 2019
Published on April 9, 2019
With warmer weather in April, plant growth has started and buds are swollen. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 27, 2025
Published on May 28, 2025
Cool temperatures slowed fruit development. There is some lingering bloom. -
How do I start an educational greenhouse at school?
Published on January 2, 2020
The United States Botanic Garden released a new manual for educators on how to start a greenhouse and grow horticultural crops. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – March 31, 2026
Published on April 1, 2026
This is the first fruit scouting report of the season. -
Rooting the future: The untapped power of cover crops in Michigan vineyards
Published on July 14, 2025
Exploring the role of biodiversity, resilience and regenerative practices in Michigan's wine industry. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – June 2, 2025
Published on June 5, 2025
Cover sprays and upcoming rain are taking place in southeast Michigan. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 27, 2021
Published on April 27, 2021
Sweet cherry bloom is beginning in the region and PGRs like ReTain will be less effective in cool weather. -
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – June 18, 2015
Published on June 18, 2015
Crop conditions are improving with increased temperatures. -
Enviro-weather delivers weather-driven production management tools to Michigan vegetable growers
Published on August 1, 2007
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Organic research conducted by MSU Extension at Kellogg Biological Station
Published on March 6, 2011
Controlling weeds, potassium sources, soybean production and cover crops are just some of the projects MSU Extension is researching for organic farming systems. -
Southwest Michigan field crop update – June 15, 2017
Published on June 15, 2017
Hot conditions put some non-irrigated corn and soybeans on light moisture stress, temperatures expected to drop next week. -
Southwest Michigan field crop regional report – June 4, 2015
Published on June 4, 2015
The 2015 growing season is catching up from a slow start in terms of soil moisture and soil temperatures. -
Upcoming research projects from Michigan State University scientists that will support Michigan fruit industries
Published on June 17, 2024
This list highlights exciting new projects from the MSU fruit team. Although research results take time to be translated to new Extension recommendations, MSU scientists continue gathering meaningful data on primary problems facing Michigan growers. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – April 28, 2015
Published on April 28, 2015
Freezes last week caused little damage, cherries and peaches are blooming and warmer weather this week will speed up plants. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 24, 2025
Published on June 24, 2025
Isolated hail hit northwest Michigan over the weekend. Growers are actively managing for diseases with warm and wet conditions. Pest numbers are also increasing with this weather.
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