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Southwest Michigan fruit update – September 5, 2023
Published on September 6, 2023
Peaches and blueberries are winding down and grape growers are getting ready for harvesting. -
Upcoming MSU Extension field day offered in Monroe County
Published on September 1, 2023
Enhance your knowledge of conservation agricultural practices with this exciting educational opportunity on September 13. -
West central Michigan apple maturity report – August 31, 2023
Published on August 31, 2023
Early apple varieties are being harvested this week in the west central region. This week has brought cool nights and great weather for red color development. -
A century of soil testing in Michigan
Published on August 31, 2023
Jon Dahl discusses the changes and challenges of soil testing in Michigan for almost a century. -
Soil testing through MSU Extension
Published on August 30, 2023
MSU Extension home lawn and garden and commercial soil tests provide access to personalized fertilizer recommendations for thousands of Michigan residents every year. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 30, 2023
Published on August 30, 2023
Extreme storms have damaged crops but growers will prevail. Farm markets have a strong supply going into Labor Day Weekend. -
Michigan grape scouting report – August 30, 2023
Published on August 30, 2023
As September approaches, Michigan grape growers must focus on disease and bird management to protect their clusters. Sour rot is a major concern, and growers should be vigilant in their scouting efforts. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – August 24, 2023
Published on August 25, 2023
This week has been hot and humid across the region. Peach and early apple harvest is underway. Pear harvest is around the corner. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 23, 2023
Published on August 23, 2023
Corn earworms are here. Late-season plantings are being harvested. -
Diagnostic Academy recently held in the Upper Peninsula
Published on August 23, 2023
Extension Master Gardeners and others learn more about diagnostics and assisting the public with plant and insect concerns.