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West central Michigan small fruit update - July 3, 2018

Published on July 3, 2018
Intense heat wave affecting the state is causing problem for small fruit growers, especially for blueberry fields ready for harvest or that started harvesting. Sunburn on ripe fruit clusters is creating problems at harvest time.
Brown marmorated stink bug management survey for commercial producers

Published on June 26, 2018
Has brown marmorated stink bug changed your pest management program? Participate in this nationwide survey to help us help you manage it better.
Spotted wing Drosophila catches increase sharply in southwest Michigan

Published on June 26, 2018
Monitoring traps are detecting increasing fly activity as fruit continue to ripen.
West central Michigan small fruit update – June 26, 2018

Published on June 26, 2018
Summer insect and disease management in blueberries and other small fruit is fast approaching. Cane collapse and fruit rots in blueberries and the beginning of the spotted wing Drosophila (SWD) flies arrival should be the main focus of growers’ IPM program
Be on the lookout for Asian chestnut gall wasp

Published on June 26, 2018
Asian chestnut gall wasp is present in southwest Michigan. Scout carefully and continue to comply with the state quarantine. Importing plant material from states with known infestations is prohibited.
Michigan energized for 5th annual Aquatic Invasive Species Week

Published on June 25, 2018
The annual Landing Blitz in July is an opportunity to reach boaters and other watercraft users with information about stopping the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species.
New guide to organic management of spotted wing Drosophila released

Published on June 19, 2018
National team provides detailed information on non-chemical and insecticide approaches for fruit protection against spotted wing Drosophila.
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila update – June 19, 2018

Published on June 19, 2018
It’s a much later season for spotted wing Drosophila in 2018. Recent monitoring shows how this pest can vary from year to year.
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug update – June 19, 2018

Published on June 19, 2018
Brown marmorated stink bugs have been caught in traps and nymphs have been detected feeding on peaches.
Free webinar series: Improving awareness of coastal storm hazards, stormwater runoff, and risk reduction strategies

Published on June 15, 2018
Decision makers and planners – check out these free webinars to gain information about how to better support your community when facing extreme storms and flooding.