News
-
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 5, 2023
Published on July 5, 2023
Summer fruit harvest is underway. -
Understanding and preventing farm employee heat-related illness
Published on June 29, 2023
Heat-related illnesses can occur indoors or outdoors and during any season of the year. -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 28, 2023
Published on June 29, 2023
Get the latest insights on grape growth in Michigan. Explore vine development, canopy management, and potential concerns like drought and smoke. Stay informed about disease and insect issues. Essential for grape growers and viticulture enthusiasts. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – June 27, 2023
Published on June 28, 2023
Cherries and raspberries are being harvested and strawberries are wrapping up. Growers are preparing for Spotted Wing Drosophila. -
Meet the family behind De Grins Oer Dairy - 2023 Breakfast on the Farm hosts
Published on June 27, 2023
The Okkema family of De Grins Oer Dairy in Blanchard Michigan, is excited to host Breakfast on the Farm. Tjerk, Ramona and their family will welcome visitors on July 29 for a free, farm-cooked breakfast and self-guided tour. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 27, 2023
Published on June 27, 2023
Rain brought some relief from dry, hot weather across the region over the past few days. Sweet cherry harvest has started for early varieties, and tart cherry harvest will begin after July 4. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 27, 2023
Published on June 27, 2023
Tart cherry harvest should begin this week, as well as raspberries and blueberries. -
Dean Baas recognized as an NCR-SARE Hero
Published on June 26, 2023
North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (NCR-SARE) celebrates Michigan cover crop advocate. -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 21, 2023
Published on June 22, 2023
Most of Michigan will experience a hot and dry week. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – June 20, 2023
Published on June 21, 2023
Growers in southeast Michigan are preparing for cherry harvest and spotted wing Drosophila.