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2025 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show: A premier event for grape and wine professionals
Published on January 6, 2025
Join MSU Extension for two days of educational sessions, industry updates and networking opportunities, all centered around the latest advancements in grape production, winemaking and industry trends. -
Free online courses on pollinator protection offer a restricted use pesticide (RUP) credit for Michigan certified pesticide applicators
Published on December 6, 2024
Pesticide applicators in Michigan can take a free, self-paced, online course on pollinator protection to earn one RUP credit in categories 1A, 1B, 1C, 2, 3A, 3B, 6, 7A, Commercial Core or Private Core. -
Pre-register for the 2025 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show
Published on December 6, 2024
Growers are encouraged to attend this two-day, premier educational program on Jan. 14-15 to discuss important issues for the Michigan fruit industry. -
Preparing vines for winter: Research-driven approaches to cold hardiness in vineyards
Published on November 19, 2024
Essential strategies and best practices to protect grapevines from winter stress and ensure a thriving growing season. -
Entrenamiento sobre la Seguridad del Manejo de los Pesticidas y la Protección del Trabajador ofrecido en inglés y en español 12 de diciembre en Great Lakes Expo 2024
Published on November 14, 2024
Por la tarde, los participantes podrán tomar el examen RUP de certificación para la aplicación de Pesticidas de Uso Restringido de MDARD y también podrán recibir la capacitación sobre el Estándar de Protección al Trabajador requerida por la EPA WPS. -
EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan may impact pesticide applicators in Michigan
Published on November 11, 2024
Pesticide applicators may experience label changes aimed at protecting particularly vulnerable endangered species. -
Crop insurance for fruit growers: Update for the 2025 crop year
Published on October 30, 2024
There have been a number of recent updates to the crop insurance policies available to Michigan fruit farmers. -
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. -
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and testing for winter 2024 through spring 2025
Published on October 23, 2024
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions. -
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.
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