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  Btk: One Management Option for Spongy Moth

  Published on October 5, 2021
  This publication is designed to answer some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about Bt and spongy moth (Lymantria dispar), formerly gypsy moth.

• 2016 Competitive Grant Summaries

  Published on August 2, 2016
  2016 Competitive Grant Summaries

• Regional reports on Michigan fruit – August 7, 2012

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

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  Michigan grape scouting report – June 3, 2020

  Published on June 3, 2020
  The warm, wet weather means disease management is critical now. Prebloom webinar this Thursday, June 4.

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  Michigan hop scouting report – July 25, 2019

  Published on July 25, 2019
  Hop downy mildew infections are widespread around Michigan and many growers are approaching a critical application window to protect cones from disease.

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  Michigan grape scouting report – May 25, 2022

  Published on May 25, 2022
  Wild grape bloom is expected soon in southern Michigan. Shoot growth is slow, but continuing in northern vineyards.

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  Michigan grape scouting report – May 27, 2020

  Published on May 27, 2020
  Vines are growing quickly. The warm, wet week means disease management is critical.

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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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  Best Management Practices

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

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• 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.

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  Cold damage to peaches

  Published on April 3, 2019
  How to predict and assess winter damage to peaches and adjust growing practices according.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 2, 2024

  Published on April 2, 2024
  Current cool weather has slowed fruit crop development.

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  Avenues to reduce methane emissions from beef production: Understanding U.S. public support

  Published on March 24, 2025
  The U.S. public prefers beef producers use seaweed to reduce emissions but publicly funded subsidies would not likely cover adoption costs.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update — April 17, 2018

  Published on April 17, 2018
  A wintry blast over the weekend did not cause any damage. Plant growth is just beginning, waiting for warm temperatures to return later in April.