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Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 18, 2025

Published on September 18, 2025
This is the final southwest Michigan field crops update of the season as corn and soybeans are entering physiological maturity and drying down for harvest.
What’s wrong with my boxwood? Boxwood pests and other threats

Published on September 18, 2025
Have you noticed your boxwoods looking a little lackluster this season compared to previous years? Distinguishing the culprit responsible for your shabby shrubs is not always easy, but correct identification is key for management.
Michigan grape scouting report – September 17, 2025

Published on September 17, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
Help shape the future of weed management in Michigan specialty crops

Published on September 16, 2025
Share your priorities and challenges by completing MSU’s 2025 Specialty Crop Weed Management Survey.
Save the date for the 2026 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show

Published on September 15, 2025
Growers are encouraged to attend this two-day, premier educational program on Jan. 13-14, 2026, to discuss important issues for the Michigan fruit industry.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 11, 2025

Published on September 11, 2025
Seed corn harvest continues, and storage potato harvest started. Commercial corn started to hit black layer.
Michigan grape scouting report – September 10, 2025

Published on September 11, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 9, 2025

Published on September 10, 2025
Honeycrisp are being harvested.
2025 American Bee Research Conference proceedings

Published on September 8, 2025
Conference presentation abstracts highlight current research and extension work on beekeeping and honey bee health topics. These presentations included research and extension program updates from Michigan State University.
Download free curricula for beginning farmers

Published on September 5, 2025
Teach practical farming skills through hands-on activities and participatory learning methods.