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Chlorothalonil use for pre-shuck split cherry leaf spot control
Published on May 15, 2015
Chlorothalonil is recommended for cherry leaf spot control early in the season, but under current wet conditions this spring, growers need to maintain the 10-day retreatment interval between chlorothalonil applications. -
Pollination and pollinator information available through MSU Extension
Published on May 15, 2015
Readers can sign up to receive articles written about all things bees, pollinators and pollination from Michigan State University Extension. -
Michigan chestnut report for May 14, 2015
Published on May 15, 2015
Chestnut trees are breaking dormancy around Michigan. -
Michigan hop scouting report for May 11, 2015
Published on May 13, 2015
Hop growers are stringing hopyards around Michigan and preparing to train bines in the coming weeks. -
The challenges of disease control during rainy spells
Published on May 12, 2015
Extended periods of rainy weather spell “feast” for fungal plant pathogens, since they are highly dependent on moisture for their growth and infection. -
Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – May 12, 2015
Published on May 12, 2015
Recent rainy, warm weather brought very high fire blight risks for apple and pear growers, and challenges with keeping covered for apple scab control. -
Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 12, 2015
Published on May 12, 2015
Northwest Michigan fruit growers are continuing to protect for possible apple and cherry disease infections during recent wet weather. -
Protect new grape shoots from early-season fungal diseases
Published on May 12, 2015
Cover spring grapevine growth with fungicides or other protectants this rainy spring. -
West central Michigan tree fruit regional report – May 12, 2015
Published on May 12, 2015
Wet conditions create disease pressure in tree fruits in west central Michigan. -
Applying Apogee to apples in 2015
Published on May 12, 2015
Apple growers should protect valuable blocks with an increased seasonal rate.
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