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The what, why and how of organic: Resources and recordings available

Published on October 29, 2024
Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification.
Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation

Published on October 24, 2024
Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees.
Weed management in fruit trees starts with fall herbicide application

Published on October 23, 2024
Fall is an important time to control woody perennials and application of preemergence herbicides in orchards.
Explaining new blueberry Option Units by season, Enhanced Coverage Option and Enterprise Units for apples and cherries

Published on October 18, 2024
Videos are available that explain important details and items to consider for 2025 crop insurance decisions for apples, cherries and blueberries.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 14, 2024

Published on October 14, 2024
Last week of apple maturity reports.
Cherry leaf spot 101: Understanding Blumeriella jaapii biology and management

Published on October 11, 2024
Cherry leaf spot causes significant economic loss in Michigan each year. Management has become more complicated due to the introduction of novel fungicides and resistance issues.
Understanding the needs of the U.S. wine industry: Survey results reveal regional challenges

Published on October 11, 2024
Explore essential insights from our survey on the U.S. wine industry, including key challenges faced by grape growers and winemakers, highlighting opportunities for improvement and collaboration.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – October 9, 2024

Published on October 9, 2024
Aztec Fuji and EverCrisp are being harvested at some sites this week in the West Central region.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 9, 2024

Published on October 9, 2024
Apple harvest is wrapping up in the Grand Rapids area.
Slow Moving Vehicle triangles - be on the lookout!

Published on October 4, 2024
Ensuring your Slow Moving Vehicle signs are in good shape will make traveling the roads safer for farmers and other road drivers.