• Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – June 18, 2013

  Published on June 18, 2013
  Strawberry harvest is in full swing; however, cooler temperatures have slowed ripening, resulting in gaps in harvest at most farms

• East Michigan fruit report – June 20, 2017

  Published on June 20, 2017
  Strawberry harvest continues across the region, summer red raspberry and saskatoon harvest is just getting underway and sweet cherry harvest will begin in a few days.

• West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 25, 2019

  Published on June 25, 2019
  Warmer weather brings increase in insect activity and more disease is showing up in tree fruits.

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  David Hennessy: Cash rent determination: Do you adhere to the views of a gentleman farmer economist?

  Published on September 15, 2018
  Professor David Hennessy looks at the assumption that land is essential for crop production in a Michigan Farm News piece.

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  New on-campus center to serve as hub of MSU pollinator research, teaching, outreach

  Published on June 8, 2021
  MSU and partner organizations have invested in the creation of the Pollinator Performance Center, an on-campus space for pollinator-related activities.

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  The pest and the quest for an aromatic, smooth-tasting cup of brew

  Published on June 13, 2017
  BHEARD scholar Joseph Bigirimana began his investigation into the causes of potato taste defect in African coffee beans when he won a competitive grant worth $20,000 in 2014.

• West Michigan tree fruit update – Sept. 4, 2018

  Published on September 4, 2018
  Heavy rains reduce drought risk and increase disease risk.

• East Michigan fruit update – May 12, 2020

  Published on May 12, 2020
  Cold temperatures on Friday night and Saturday morning caused more damage to flower buds on many fruit crops. This damage is in addition to damage from cold temperatures on April 22.

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  MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology graduates 124th class

  Published on March 28, 2018
  The MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology graduated its 124th class of 175 students on March 25.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update –July 2, 2024

  Published on July 2, 2024
  Another rainy week on the Ridge.

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  Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 30, 2024

  Published on May 31, 2024
  Strawberry harvests are starting in southeast Michigan.

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  Southeast Michigan fruit update - April 8, 2025

  Published on April 8, 2025
  Apples are at green tip and blueberries are at bud swell.

• Regional reports on Michigan fruit – August 7, 2012

  Published on August 7, 2012
  MSU Extension educators’ pest and fruit updates for Michigan.

• 2016 Competitive Grant Summaries

  Published on August 2, 2016
  2016 Competitive Grant Summaries

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  Best Management Practices

  Published on May 1, 2019
  Most pesticide applications by tree care professionals are due to a few exotic pests.

• Regional reports on Michigan fruit – July 17, 2012

  Published on July 18, 2012
  MSU Extension educators’ pest and fruit updates for Michigan.

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  Alternatives to Blue Spruce: Top Conifers for Michigan Landscapes

  Published on April 30, 2023
  Homeowners and landscapers are often searching for alternative conifers to replace blue spruce trees. This resource lists medium to large conifers adapted to Michigan soils and climate, which can fulfill many of the same landscape functions as blue spruce.