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Michigan State University Extension and Michigan Potato Industry Commission potato seed spacing and depth research

Published on April 17, 2025
MSU Extension, in partnership with the Michigan Potato Industry Commission, conducts potato seed spacing and depth research with published factsheets highlighting year one research.
2025 Status of herbicide-resistant weeds in Michigan

Published on April 17, 2025
Each year, new herbicide resistance cases are confirmed by MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics.
Wheat Watchers week of April 14, 2025

Published on April 17, 2025
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 17, 2025

Published on April 17, 2025
A break in the rain resulted in fertilizer spreading, cultivating and even planting. Wheat is at Feekes 4-5, and powdery mildew started in lush stands.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 16, 2025

Published on April 16, 2025
With cooler weather over the past few weeks, changes in bud phenology have been slow in the west central region. Growers have been applying dormant sprays to manage peach leaf curl and San Jose scale as needed before bud break.
Christmas tree field report – April 14, 2025

Published on April 16, 2025
Updates on pest management, scouting and farm notes from Christmas tree producers across Michigan.
What are lichens and what are they doing on my tree?

Published on April 16, 2025
Lichens are two-part organisms that are self-sufficient and harmless to their hosts.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 15, 2025

Published on April 15, 2025
It’s still cold and wet, so the fruit are moving slowly.
Southeast Michigan fruit update - April 15, 2025

Published on April 15, 2025
Not much movement since last week. First scab sprays are being applied.
Wheat Watchers week of April 7, 2025

Published on April 11, 2025
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week.