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Michigan grape scouting report – August 30, 2023
Published on August 30, 2023
As September approaches, Michigan grape growers must focus on disease and bird management to protect their clusters. Sour rot is a major concern, and growers should be vigilant in their scouting efforts. -
USDA releases farmland cash rental values for Michigan counties
Published on August 29, 2023
Michigan State University Extension updates their annual report with the latest data. -
Why test soil in the fall?
Published on August 28, 2023
Compared to spring, fall is an ideal time for soil testing. Here’s why. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – August 24, 2023
Published on August 25, 2023
This week has been hot and humid across the region. Peach and early apple harvest is underway. Pear harvest is around the corner. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update - August 22, 2023
Published on August 22, 2023
Table grapes are starting, apples and peaches continue, and pest scouting is winding down. -
Comment period for Michigan Generally Accepted Agricultural and Management Practices closes soon
Published on August 22, 2023
Now is the time to comment on the proposed changes for 2024. The comment deadline is Aug. 25, 2023. -
Michigan grape scouting report – August 22, 2023
Published on August 22, 2023
Michigan's vineyards are where grapes thrive and ripen with promise. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 22, 2023
Published on August 22, 2023
A heat advisory is in effect for parts of this week, but cool weather returns by the weekend. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update - August 17, 2023
Published on August 21, 2023
Peak peach harvest, apple harvest is getting started, and spotted lanternfly traps are set up. -
The Importance of checking irrigation system uniformity
Published on August 18, 2023
Evaluating and retrofitting your irrigation system can help to improve irrigation water use efficiency.