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Pre-register for the 2025 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show

Published on December 6, 2024
Growers are encouraged to attend this two-day, premier educational program on Jan. 14-15 to discuss important issues for the Michigan fruit industry.
Why is my crabapple tree losing leaves?

Published on December 4, 2024
Apple scab fungus on backyard apple trees can leave plants with few leaves, but the tree is not dying.
Richard Price joins MSU Extension as a conservation systems educator

Published on December 3, 2024
Price will focus on using precision technologies to promote and benefit increased productivity and profitability in Michigan’s diverse agricultural landscape.
Preparing vines for winter: Research-driven approaches to cold hardiness in vineyards

Published on November 19, 2024
Essential strategies and best practices to protect grapevines from winter stress and ensure a thriving growing season.
Entrenamiento sobre la Seguridad del Manejo de los Pesticidas y la Protección del Trabajador ofrecido en inglés y en español 12 de diciembre en Great Lakes Expo 2024

Published on November 14, 2024
Por la tarde, los participantes podrán tomar el examen RUP de certificación para la aplicación de Pesticidas de Uso Restringido de MDARD y también podrán recibir la capacitación sobre el Estándar de Protección al Trabajador requerida por la EPA WPS.
EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan may impact pesticide applicators in Michigan

Published on November 11, 2024
Pesticide applicators may experience label changes aimed at protecting particularly vulnerable endangered species.
Understanding farm financial wellbeing

Published on November 8, 2024
Skilled farm decision-making considers overall farm and household wellbeing, of which finances are an important component.
Presentations available from 2024 Controlled Atmospheric Storage Clinic

Published on November 8, 2024
The presentations associated with this event are available to review.
Common apple pests and diseases poster in Spanish and English now available

Published on November 8, 2024
Available in print and PDF, this poster serves as a quick ID guide for common apple pests and disease and the damage they can cause.
2024 Tree fruit season wrap up

Published on November 5, 2024
Looking back at 2024 and preparing for next season with fall IPM practices.