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Cold hardiness of grapevines: The interplay of genetics, environment and management

Published on April 11, 2024
Understanding how genetics, environment and vineyard management shape cold hardiness in grapevines.
New video on sampling berries for spotted wing drosophila to guide your IPM program

Published on April 11, 2024
How-to guide with equipment list for spotted wing drosophila sampling.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 9, 2024

Published on April 9, 2024
Current cool weather has slowed fruit crop development.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update - April 9, 2024

Published on April 9, 2024
Apple scab season is here!
Dig into sustainable farm innovations with a search tool and map of SARE grant projects

Published on April 9, 2024
Find hundreds of SARE grants funded in Michigan and thousands nationally.
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.
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.
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.