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New box tree moth alert for Michigan homeowners and residents

Published on August 25, 2025
This updated alert provides an overview of box tree moth to help residents prepare as this invasive insect continues to spread in Michigan.
Lawn update: Summer stress shifts to fall recovery

Published on August 25, 2025
The summer of 2025 was one of extreme temperatures, high humidity and precipitation excesses and deficiencies. The result was stressed turf, turf death and less than perfect turfgrass conditions throughout the summer.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 19, 2025

Published on August 21, 2025
Red Haven harvest, early apples and veraison in grapes.
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 20, 2025

Published on August 21, 2025
Warm, dry weather increased crop growth but rainfall deficits remain. Asparagus rust is spreading, cucurbits face spider mites and mildew, cabbage looper is active in brassicas, and corn earworm pressure is high in west central sweet corn.
Wheat watchers 2025 harvest report

Published on August 21, 2025
Wrap up of the 2025 wheat growing season in Michigan.
Michigan grape scouting report – August 20, 2025

Published on August 20, 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.
Understanding adjuvants and surfactants for improved pest management in ornamental crop production – Part I

Published on August 19, 2025
Understanding what adjuvants are and when to use them can improve pest management in ornamental crop production.
Turf update: Stressful summer for turf on golf courses

Published on August 19, 2025
This was a summer of extreme temperatures, high humidity and precipitation excesses and deficiencies. The result was stressed turf, turf death and less than perfect turfgrass conditions throughout the summer.
Understanding adjuvants and surfactants for improved pest management in ornamental crop production – Part II

Published on August 19, 2025
Understanding what surfactants are and when to use them can improve pest management in ornamental crop production.
Southern rust an occasional threat to Michigan corn

Published on August 14, 2025
Southern rust, common in southern states, thrives in warm, humid weather and spreads via spores from the south. Hybrid susceptibility matters, but Michigan hybrids are not frequently screened for resistance. Learn more about identification and management.