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  Research and response on the front lines of emerging plant health threats

  Published on July 1, 2020
  Deb McCullough, a professor in the Departments of Entomology and Forestry, identifies insect threats to plant health and responds to plant health emergencies.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – August 4, 2015

  Published on August 4, 2015
  Sunday’s storm caused little damage in southwest Michigan. Red Haven peach harvest is underway.

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  West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 14, 2024

  Published on May 14, 2024
  Sweet cherry fruitlets are out of the shuck. Apple tree bloom is lingering across the region.

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  Michigan vegetable crop report – May 26, 2021

  Published on May 26, 2021
  Much needed rain arrived this week and cooling temperatures should allow more transplanting to occur this week.

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  West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 14, 2025

  Published on May 14, 2025
  Tart cherry, pears and apples are in bloom. Some peaches and sweet cherries are in petal fall.

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  Industrial Hemp Production in Michigan

  Published on May 24, 2019
  A comprehensive look at hemp production in Michigan including history & regulation, users & markets and the agronomic elements of industrial production.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 28, 2024

  Published on May 28, 2024
  Warm weather is increasing insect activity in area fruit plantings.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update — May 22, 2018

  Published on May 22, 2018
  The wet May continues. Rain and cooler weather will be replaced with summer-like weather this week.

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  Study aims to combat wheat allergy

  Published on February 1, 2020
  MSU researchers look to validate method to test allergenicity of wheat proteins.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 14, 2024 

  Published on May 14, 2024
  Spring is in full swing.

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  Producing exceptional tasting, high-quality fruit

  Published on January 1, 2019
  Todd Einhorn strives to cultivate trees that will consistently produce the right balance of flowers, fruit and leaves to produce “exceptional tasting, high-quality fruit.

• Herbicide could be turning evergreens brown, says AgBioResearch scientist

  Published on July 23, 2011
  Browning shoots and needles, twisting and stunted shoots are signs that plants may have injuries associated with the herbicide Imprelis, according to MSU AgBioResearch scientist Bert Cregg.

• Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 23, 2020

  Published on June 23, 2020
  Apples grew almost 10 millimeters this week, and most fruitlets are at or approaching 20 millimeters; cherry crop is variable.

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  Potato Diseases: Fusarium Dry Rot

  Published on October 23, 2015
  Fusarium dry rot is one of the most important diseases of potato, affecting tubers in storage and seed pieces after planting.

• Advantages | Advantages of Domestic Species As Dual Purpose Models

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  Michigan grape scouting report – July 25, 2024

  Published on July 25, 2024
  Stay informed and ahead of the curve with the latest vineyard updates and best practices in our comprehensive report. Enhance your grape growing success by leveraging expert insights on vine growth, disease management, and innovative tools.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – July 23, 2024

  Published on July 23, 2024
  Early apple variety harvest is starting in the area.

• Regional reports on Michigan fruit - May 31, 2011

  Published on May 31, 2011
  MSU Extension educators’ pest and fruit updates for Michigan.