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West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 16, 2025

Published on April 16, 2025
With cooler weather over the past few weeks, changes in bud phenology have been slow in the west central region. Growers have been applying dormant sprays to manage peach leaf curl and San Jose scale as needed before bud break.
Southeast Michigan fruit update - April 15, 2025

Published on April 15, 2025
Not much movement since last week. First scab sprays are being applied.
Assessing the impact of the loss of specialty crops in Michigan

Published on April 15, 2025
The full report, available from MSU Extension, highlights economic contribution and risk factors of Michigan specialty crop industries.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 15, 2025

Published on April 15, 2025
It’s still cold and wet, so the fruit are moving slowly.
MSU Extension and USDA need your feedback on a new resource for farm producers

Published on April 11, 2025
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision Making Guide is a jointly created resource in the works for new farm managers and beginning farmers.
Rooted in action: Dirt to Glass 2025 prepares Michigan wine for the future

Published on April 10, 2025
Traverse City hosts Michigan’s premier grape and wine conference, August 21-22.
Southeast Michigan fruit update - April 8, 2025

Published on April 8, 2025
Apples are at green tip and blueberries are at bud swell.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 8, 2025

Published on April 8, 2025
It’s cold and wet but the fruit are waking up!
Join the Spring Kick-Off Hybrid Meeting: Empowering Michigan Winegrape Growers

Published on April 3, 2025
This meeting is designed to empower Michigan winegrape growers with innovative practices and networking opportunities.
Reports of high honey bee colony losses and how farmers and growers can support honey bees

Published on April 1, 2025
Several migratory beekeepers recently reported abnormally high losses of honey bee colonies, however, losses vary across operations. Farmers and growers can support honey bee health by increasing forage and reducing pesticide exposure.