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Trialing DeerPro Spring & Summer repellent to control white-tailed deer depredation of soybeans
Published on January 12, 2018
Michigan State University Extension and Great Oak, Inc. partnered to test efficacy of DeerPro Spring & Summer deer repellent in two commercial soybean fields. -
Michigan grape scouting report – Aug. 5, 2020
Published on August 5, 2020
Egglaying from third generation grape berry moth is starting this week in southern vineyards. -
Michigan grape scouting report – July 29, 2020
Published on July 29, 2020
Early varieties are beginning veraison in southern vineyards and downy mildew is visible in unprotected fields. Egglaying by third generation grape berry moth is expected to start next week in southwest Michigan. -
Pollinator Health Meetings to provide update on Great Lakes Pollinator Health Project
Published on February 22, 2019
Three regional meetings will share how to support and build on local efforts to improve pollinator health based on MSU research and findings. -
Michigan grape scouting report – July 2, 2025
Published on July 2, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 27, 2025
Published on May 28, 2025
Last week was cool, so there wasn’t much movement. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 3 2025
Published on June 4, 2025
Surprise frost over the weekend and a heatwave beginning of this week—pure Michigan! -
Worried about oak wilt?
Published on April 6, 2020
Remember the no prune dates of April 15 – July 15 to reduce the chance of oak wilt infection and spread. -
Using degree days to predict pest and crop development in blueberries
Published on April 30, 2019
MSU’s Enviroweather system can help you predict crop and pest development. -
Be on the lookout for European corn borer in hops
Published on May 19, 2020
In 2019, European corn borer did significant damage in a number of Michigan hopyards. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 11, 2024
Published on June 11, 2024
Settling into summer on the Ridge. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 1, 2026
Published on April 1, 2026
Apples are at green tip in apples and blueberries are at bud swell. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 7, 2025
Published on May 7, 2025
Blueberries and strawberries are blooming. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 18, 2023
Published on May 18, 2023
Near-perfect spring weather has allowed for a continued surge in planting progress…now we just need enough soil moisture to get the crops up and established. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 31, 2022
Published on May 31, 2022
June drop of tree fruit has begun. Apple thinning is almost finished. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 31, 2025
Published on July 31, 2025
Seed development started in soybeans, and corn is at early kernel development. Upcoming cool temperatures will be conducive for disease progression, so keep an eye out for tar spot in corn and late blight in potatoes. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 31, 2025
Published on July 31, 2025
Seed development started in soybeans, and corn is at early kernel development. Upcoming cool temperatures will be conducive for disease progression, so keep an eye out for tar spot in corn and late blight in potatoes. -
Aquatic Invaders: Defending the Great Lakes from invasive species
Published on January 11, 2018
To protect the Great Lakes, MSU scientists are learning more about invasive species and how to control their often-devastating impacts.