Resources

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.
Spotted Lanternfly Biology

Published on August 26, 2022
A new invasive insect pest has arrived in Michigan. Learn about the biology of the spotted lanternfly, including its hosts and impacts, and how it spreads.
Bulletin E-3426 Insurance Options for Fruit Growers

Published on July 20, 2022
This publication outlines insurance and risk management options available to Michigan fruit growers.
MSU Grape Insecticide Rankings

Published on June 8, 2022
An overview of relative efficacy for insecticides registered in vineyards.
Spotted Lanternfly: A Colorful Cause for Concern

Published on November 30, 2020
Learn how to identify spotted lanternfly and take steps to slow its spread.
Michigan Grape Facts: Managing Botrytis Bunch Rot

Published on June 24, 2020
Gray mold or bunch rot can cause serious yield loss but there are a variety of tools that can be used to protect grapes.
Michigan Grape Facts: Managing Grapevine Leafroll Disease

Published on April 27, 2020
Grapevine leafroll disease is a major viticultural problem that can be found in every wine, juice and table grape-growing region in the world. Unfortunately, Michigan is no exception.
A Mobile Guide for Grape IPM Scouting in North Central and Eastern U.S.

Published on February 11, 2020
This guide is available as a downloadable PDF that can be easily viewed on your mobile device and includes links that allow you to jump to certain pages of the guide.
Improving Northwest Michigan Horticulture Research Center for a Data Driven Wine Grape Extension Program

Published on May 21, 2019
Video presentation of "Improving Northwest Michigan Horticulture Research Center for a Data Driven Wine Grape Extension Program", funded by Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council.
Michigan Vineyard IPM Extension Program, 2018

Published on May 21, 2019
Video presentation of "Michigan Vineyard IPM Extension Program, 2018", funded by Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council.