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Southeast Michigan fruit update – June 18, 2024
Published on June 18, 2024
Cherry harvest is starting as strawberry harvest ends. Be prepared for heat and spotted wing drosophila. -
Diagnostic tools for honey bee diseases online learning module
Published on June 18, 2024
An interactive online learning tool helps veterinary practitioners and beekeepers identify and diagnose common honey bee diseases and parasites. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 18, 2024
Published on June 18, 2024
Hot and wet weather are in the forecast. Growers are gearing up to cover ripening fruit to control insects and fungal diseases. Spotted wing drosophila has been caught in cherry and strawberry blocks. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 18, 2024
Published on June 18, 2024
Hot weather means thirsty plants. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 18, 2024
Published on June 18, 2024
A hot start to summer. -
First 2024 cucurbit downy mildew spores identified in air samples in Saginaw County
Published on June 17, 2024
Growers are urged to scout cucumbers and melons and check the Downy Mildew News website for updates. -
Upcoming research projects from Michigan State University scientists that will support Michigan fruit industries
Published on June 17, 2024
This list highlights exciting new projects from the MSU fruit team. Although research results take time to be translated to new Extension recommendations, MSU scientists continue gathering meaningful data on primary problems facing Michigan growers. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update—June 13, 2024
Published on June 13, 2024
Warm temperatures led to increased crop growth, rapid weed growth and post-emergent herbicide applications. Low levels of Fusarium head blight were detected. Second cutting of forages began. -
Summer weed control options for Christmas tree production
Published on June 13, 2024
Follow these four steps for effective summer weed control in Christmas tree production. -
Aerial application: A sign of spring crop production
Published on June 13, 2024
Aerial applications are valuable for timing pest management regardless of soil conditions.