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Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 10, 2025
Published on July 10, 2025
Tar spot was confirmed in Cass County. With corn starting to tassel, scout for tar spot and western bean cutworm. Wheat reached physiological maturity, and harvest began. -
Scale-up facilities increase opportunities for MSU researchers
Published on September 14, 2021
Investments have had significant impacts on MSU biosystems engineering researchers, but additional support in water research and smart agriculture is key for continued growth. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – June 9, 2022
Published on June 9, 2022
Another shift in weather patterns will bring summer temperatures back by the beginning of next week, accelerating crop development heading into the middle of the month. -
Spotted lanternfly: A colorful cause for concern
Published on November 12, 2020
Learn how to identify and report any sightings of this invasive pest. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 21, 2026
Published on May 21, 2026
Wheat is at Feekes 10.5 (flowering). Corn, soybeans and potatoes continued to emerge. -
Michigan grape scouting report – July 22, 2020
Published on July 22, 2020
Summer meeting season is here. Look here for a list of upcoming grape educational events. -
Michigan grape scouting report – July 1, 2020
Published on July 1, 2020
Vinifera grape bloom is continuing in northern Michigan. Egglaying by the next generation of grape berry moth is expected to start soon in southwest Michigan. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 29, 2025
Published on April 30, 2025
Apple, pear, peach and cherry bloom is starting. -
Codling moths: Thinking about Enviro-weather model and hot and cold temperatures
Published on June 11, 2013
With fluctuating warm and cold temperatures, setting a biofix date for codling moths may be difficult. -
Chestnut scouting report - June 3, 2019
Published on June 3, 2019
Growers should be scouting for potato leafhopper, which has arrived in the state. -
East Michigan vegetable update – June 24, 2020
Published on June 24, 2020
Crop progress is going well overall with some specific issues on individual farms. -
Considerations for planting winter wheat
Published on September 8, 2011
As planting time nears, it may be helpful to review some recommendations and suggestions for planting winter wheat. -
Cover crop considerations for vegetables
Published on August 2, 2023
Integrating cover crops into your vegetable rotation can offer many benefits for crop and soil health. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 17, 2022
Published on May 17, 2022
Crop development was very fast last week. Tree fruit bloom is almost finished. -
Q&A with Michigan Farm to Family Program Manager, Cheyenne Liberti
Published on August 28, 2025
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development's new program, Farm to Family, offers grants, networking opportunities, and more to strengthen agri-food systems across Michigan. -
Wanted: Chestnut Growers
Published on November 7, 2016
Michigan State University is growing the chestnut industry, with demand far outpacing supply. READ -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 29, 2026
Published on April 29, 2026
Refrain from insecticide use during bloom. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 6, 2026
Published on May 6, 2026
Bloom timing has been uneven across the region. Now is the time to protect pollinators during bloom. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 8, 2026
Published on April 8, 2026
Apples are half-inch green. Low temperatures could have caused damage. -
Hanover Forest Science Seminar Series | Department of Forestry
The Hanover Forest Science Seminar Series was established in 2002 to honor the memory of Dr. Jim Hanover.
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