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Beginning Farmer Field Day held July 22 in west Michigan

Published on July 7, 2025
If you are new to farming or considering starting a farm, this field day is a great opportunity to learn and network.
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series first hot topic session of the season

Published on July 2, 2025
MSU Extension’s Virtual Breakfast Series will hold its first hot topic session on July 10, so come with your questions!
Michigan hop pest report - June 26, 2025

Published on June 30, 2025
Mite numbers are building, corn borer is active and adult rose chafer has begun emerging.
Michigan hop crop report week of June 26, 2025

Published on June 27, 2025
Hops are at the wire and pushing sidearms across much of Michigan.
How-to guide: Larval sampling in cherries to determine spotted wing drosophila infestation

Published on June 27, 2025
New video provides instructions on a quick and easy method for detecting drosophila larvae in your cherry fruits.
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 25, 2025

Published on June 25, 2025
Vegetable growers are persevering in their work despite the heat wave.
Current insect pressure and trends discussed on July 3 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series

Published on June 24, 2025
Join MSU Extension for the July 3 installment of the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series to listen to Chris DiFonzo discuss what insect pressures and patterns she is seeing across the state.
New digital tool for apple growers: MSU launches MI Fruit Decision website and instructional video

Published on June 20, 2025
The free MI Fruit Decision website contains decision making tools for apple growers to improve pest management programs, now with an easy-to-follow video tutorial.
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 18, 2025

Published on June 18, 2025
Rain, storm and heat may take a toll on vegetables in the days ahead.
Field days, workshops and webinars for farmers transitioning to organic

Published on June 18, 2025
Sign up now to learn from organic farmers.
Getting the most from every drop: Irrigation management with MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast

Published on June 18, 2025
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues June 26 with irrigation management insights from MSU specialist Younsuk Dong.
National Pollinator Week at MSU – planting for the future

Published on June 16, 2025
The MSU campus is buzzing with activity this summer.
Legacy phosphorus and water quality with MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast

Published on June 13, 2025
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues June 19 with a discussion on water quality and phosphorus loss through tile lines with MSU specialist Ehsan Ghane.
Michigan hop crop report week of June 11, 2025

Published on June 12, 2025
Hops are growing with vigor.
Michigan hop pest report - June 12, 2025

Published on June 12, 2025
Mite numbers are building, and adult corn borer flight has begun in most of the Lower Peninsula.
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 11, 2025

Published on June 12, 2025
Crops and weeds made a big jump this week with better growing conditions. Aster leafhopper infectivity is up, and downy mildew spores are detected.
Explore adaptive farming in action: Visit an AgrAbility client’s farm in Allegan County

Published on June 5, 2025
Join MSU Extension staff for a visit to an AgrAbility client’s farm and see how assistive technology helps farmers overcome physical challenges and continue working in agriculture.
Inaugural Veteran Farming Conference set for July 2025 in Indiana

Published on June 5, 2025
Join military veterans, beginning and experienced farmers and ag professionals for hands-on training, networking and education at the first summer Veteran Farming Conference, July 11-12, 2025, in Shipshewana, Indiana. All are welcome to attend!
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 4, 2025

Published on June 4, 2025
Warm-season crops were hating life this last week, but here comes the sun.
Continuous corn in Michigan: Popular practice, but is it sustainable?

Published on June 3, 2025
Many Michigan livestock and dairy producers rely on corn-on-corn cropping systems to meet feed demands, but is this short rotation approach truly effective? Here are some considerations for corn-on-corn production systems before sticking with it.