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• Irrigation and disease development in Michigan vegetables

  Published on February 25, 2013
  Irrigating high value vegetable crops is necessary for many producers. Using irrigation systems properly is important for water conservation, economic efficiency and disease control.

• Registration for the 2013 Integrated Pest Management Academy CLOSES Thursday, Feb. 14!

  Published on February 13, 2013
  Registration for this important event closes at midnight on Thursday, Feb. 14, so register NOW to ensure your spot at the 2013 IPM Academy!

• MAEAP Phase I credits available at 2013 Integrated Pest Management Academy

  Published on February 8, 2013
  Getting verified in the MAEAP shows your peers and neighbors that you’re committed to agricultural stewardship and protecting the environment. Start the process today by attending the IPM Academy for your Phase 1 credit.

• FRAC codes help in fungicide resistance management

  Published on February 7, 2013
  Rotating fungicides with different FRAC codes can help delay plant pathogen resistance to fungicides, keeping effective products in your disease management toolbox. Attend the 2013 IPM Academy for more details.

• IRAC codes help in insecticide resistance management

  Published on February 6, 2013
  Check IRAC codes to help with rotating insecticides to delay insect pest resistance and maintain the availability of key products. Attend the 2013 IPM Academy for more details.

• Food Safety Modernization Act proposed produce safety rule open for comment

  Published on February 1, 2013
  Fresh market produce growers now have the opportunity to see and comment on the proposed produce safety rules issued by the FDA.

• Hiring top-notch farm labor means digging deep

  Published on January 25, 2013
  Recruiting, hiring and keeping the best farm workers require careful planning and knowing how to select the best people for the job.

• Pesticide resistance management requires an integrated approach

  Published on January 17, 2013
  Equip yourself to face the challenge of pesticide resistance by attending the 2013 Integrated Pest Management Academy, Feb 19-20.

• Should crop and livestock farmers be concerned about food safety?

  Published on January 4, 2013
  Emerging food safety issues pose opportunity for farmers. What is going on in the food industry that will affect farmers?

• Get more from your integrated pest management by attending our 2013 Academy

  Published on December 11, 2012
  Join us at the 2013 IPM Academy for discussions about how to practice IPM to get a better harvest in a world of shifting weather.

• Considering a new fruit, vegetable or farm market venture? Attend Great Lakes Expo

  Published on October 26, 2012
  Great Lakes Expo takes place December 4-6 in Grand Rapids, Mich.

• Fall-like weather pattern ahead

  Published on September 17, 2012
  Could there be a chance for the first frost and freezing temperatures in September?

• Clean Sweep program to highlight 2012 Fall Ag Day

  Published on August 14, 2012
  The annual Clean Sweep program and Fall Ag Day will be held on September 6. Farmers and homeowners are encouraged to bring their unwanted pesticides and mercury for safe disposal by authorities.

• Understanding the drought through the Evaporative Stress Index

  Published on August 9, 2012
  A look at the Evaporative Stress Index explains patterns of water availability and moisture stress across large areas.

• Michigan drought update for August 9, 2012

  Published on August 9, 2012
  More improvement with cooler temperatures and chances for rain is expected during the next week.

• What is evapotranspiration and why it matters

  Published on July 25, 2012
  Under drought conditions, plants may not be able to extract water fast enough to keep up with evapotranspiration.

• Michigan drought update for July 25, 2012

  Published on July 25, 2012
  The next week or two is forecasted to bring at least a temporary break to the drought conditions.

• Regional reports on Michigan vegetables – July 18, 2012

  Published on July 18, 2012
  MSU Extension educators’ pest and vegetable updates for Michigan.

• Assessing corn growth and development for yield potential during drought

  Published on July 13, 2012
  Southwest Michigan shares corn belt drought conditions while farms search for yield estimates

• Michigan drought update for July 12, 2012

  Published on July 12, 2012
  Some hints of a pattern change are forecast.