Resources

The Anatomy of a Soil Test Report

Published on March 9, 2023
A summary of how to understand a soil test report to help you best understand and analyze the results to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions.
Spotted lanternfly: New pest alert for Michigan tree fruit growers

Published on March 1, 2023
Spotted lanternfly (SLF) is a new invasive pest to Michigan, and we are asking all growers to be on the lookout for this important new pest.
Michigan Tart Cherry Cost of Production Study 2022

Published on December 6, 2022
Michigan is the dominant tart-cherry-producing state in the United States, boasting 75% of the nation’s tart cherry acreage.
Legacy of the Land

Published on November 4, 2022
Through the MDARD/FRSAN Legacy of the Land grants, MSU Extension can help you navigate stress and challenges to make sound decisions for your farm.
Input Purchasing Plan Template (Excel)

Published on October 29, 2022
MS Excel based template for use in creating an input purchasing plan.
Input Purchasing Plan Template (Word)

Published on October 29, 2022
MS Word based template for use in creating an input purchasing plan
Arándanos de MI: Anotaciones: Pudrición de la fruta por Antracnosis (Pudrición de la madurez)

Published on October 20, 2022
La pudrición de los arándanos por antracnosis es una de las enfermedades más comunes y de amplia distribución geográfica en Michigan y en los Estados Unidos.
A Field Guide To Soil Sampling

Published on October 13, 2022
Soil sampling is a foundational step to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions. This step-by-step field guide is a summary of best practices and recommendations for composite soil sampling to help you do just that.
IPM Report to Our Partners

Published on September 15, 2022
The IPM Program recently wrapped up a four-year National Institute of Food and Agriculture sponsored project. We wanted to take this opportunity to share with our partners and collaborators the important work we have accomplished together.
Fertilizer Cost Comparison Tool (Fruit)

Published on August 26, 2022
A fertilizer cost comparison tool to help fruit producers determine how to meet nutrient needs at the lowest possible cost.