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Fall-time farm management decisions and how Michigan State University Extension can help

Published on October 30, 2024
Fall is a great time to review your farm production year’s status and outlook. Free education and resources are available to help make difficult decisions or adjustments for successful farm management.
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.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – October 9, 2024

Published on October 11, 2024
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
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.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 11, 2024
October is the prime time to collect and submit weed seeds for herbicide resistance screening.