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Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 18, 2023

Published on April 18, 2023
Last week’s hot weather pushed all fruit crops along quickly. Next week will be closer to normal but cool weather may be a challenge for pollinating blooming crops.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 11, 2023

Published on April 11, 2023
And we’re off! The first crop blooms of the year have been seen. Apricots have started blooming. Other stone fruit are not far behind, especially with the warm weather forecast this week.
Rely 280 label for use in hops to control weeds and sucker growth

Published on April 10, 2023
The Rely 280 label is good through Dec. 1, 2025, to help control several annual grasses and broadleaves and/or sucker growth in hopyards.
Webinar on retraining and upskilling workers on produce safety best practices

Published on April 6, 2023
Free lunchtime webinar on April 12 will offer practical information and tips to help employers train their employees.
MSU research examining ways to control destructive hop diseases

Published on April 3, 2023
Overcoming issues in a rapidly emerging Michigan industry
How insects survive cold: The potential effect of a mild winter

Published on March 14, 2023
Large insect populations are possible this year, but many factors determine overwintering survival and success.
Trending – Non-alcoholic Beer & Hops Flavored Seltzer Water

Published on February 6, 2023
We’ve seen folks’ interest in sober bars, also known as temperance bars, increase over the past year. This post looks at popular drinks found in these establishments, non-alcoholic beer and hops-flavored seltzer waters.
Dog Star Hops takes home coveted Chinook Cup for second year in a row

Published on January 26, 2023
Michigan hop farms are recognized for excellence at the 2023 Michigan Great Beer State Conference & Trade Show.
Michigan pesticide applicator recertification credits available in person and online before the end of the year

Published on October 31, 2022
Growers needing a few more credits to renew their pesticide applicator license have some online and in-person opportunities available.
Support bees, other pollinators through the Pollinator Protection for Pesticide Applicators Online Course

Published on October 13, 2022
Pesticide applicators in Michigan can earn one restricted use pesticide (RUP) credit in this free, self-paced, online course.