News
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Considering a new winery or hard cider business? Attend the Winery Development Pre-Conference
Published on December 6, 2018
Prospective winery licensees will obtain basic information about starting a winery or hard cider business in Michigan by participating in the one-day winery development conference to be held Mar. 7, 2019.
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New grapevine virus testing services at MSU starting in summer 2019
Published on December 3, 2018
Based on a grapevine virus survey, MSU Diagnostic Services is developing new laboratory tests to diagnose problems in Michigan’s vineyards. Watch for details as we develop this service.
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Timothy Miles brings small fruit and hop pathology lab, research expertise to MSU
Published on November 29, 2018
Michigan State University recently welcomed small fruit and hop pathologist Timothy Miles as a faculty member and Extension specialist.
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New Beginning Farmers series offered online by MSU Extension
Published on November 28, 2018
This convenient and affordable online program is designed to provide an overview of potential farm enterprises and business skills for beginners.
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2019 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show session agendas now available
Published on November 28, 2018
The 2019 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show agendas for wine and grape sessions and tree fruit sessions are now available. Pre-register today!
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Michigan Department of Natural Resources accepting input on wildlife conflicts and other concerns
Published on November 21, 2018
Agricultural producers have a number of opportunities throughout December to provide feedback to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources regarding wildlife conflicts and other natural resource management concerns.
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Pesticide manual review class offered in Washtenaw County
Published on November 12, 2018
Participants can prepare for the pesticide applicator certification exam by attending an optional review class on Dec. 11, 2018, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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Farmers growing produce commonly eaten raw will be contacting water testing labs about new rule
Published on November 7, 2018
The Food Safety Modernization Act requires quantitative E. coli testing of water used on produce farms. Growers will be looking for local labs.
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Harvesting grapes after fall frost
Published on October 29, 2018
Early fall frosts continue to encroach on the growing season. What does this trend mean for northwest Michigan vineyards?
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Michigan State University awarded North Central IPM Center
Published on October 26, 2018
MSU Entomology’s Lynnae Jess will co-direct the center, which supports integrated pest management (IPM), with Iowa State University.
