News

West central Michigan tree fruit update - April 9, 2024

Published on April 9, 2024
Warmer weather over the past week has advanced bud development for fruit crops in the west central region. Primary scab season is underway.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update - April 9, 2024

Published on April 9, 2024
Apple scab season is here!
2024 Michigan grape spring kick-off meeting: Preparing for the growing season

Published on April 8, 2024
Experts will share insights on vineyard health, weather, pest control, organic practices and more. Register now (in-person or virtual) to gain knowledge, network and taste wines!
Early season reminders for key application timings of dormant and delayed-dormant fruit sprays

Published on April 3, 2024
Phenological stages are likely to move quickly when weather warms up this spring.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 2, 2024

Published on April 2, 2024
Cooler weather has kept buds in a holding pattern in the west central Michigan region.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 2, 2024

Published on April 2, 2024
Current cool weather has slowed fruit crop development.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – April 2, 2024

Published on April 2, 2024
The region is cooling off after a hot start to the growing season.
2024 status of herbicide-resistant weeds in Michigan

Published on April 1, 2024
Each year, new herbicide resistance cases are identified by MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics.
Support from Project GREEEN helps Enviroweather deliver needed information to Michigan growers

Published on March 27, 2024
For more than two decades, Enviroweather has provided real-time weather information to help make farming decisions — dealing with pests, plant development and natural resources management.
Educational session recordings for Beginning Farmers now available from MI Ag Ideas to Grow With

Published on March 26, 2024
Did you miss the live session? Recordings are now available to view!