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Potatoes
When thinking about side dishes, one of the first sides that are thought of are potatoes. MSU Extension offers exploration of this vegetable through educational opportunities provided by experts to inform and incorporate your interests.
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Special local needs labels renewed for long-season chlorothalonil use on potato in Michigan in 2020
Published on May 13, 2020
Bravo Weather Stik, Bravo Zn, Echo 720 and Echo 90DF 24(c) labels are available. -
The 2019 potato variety trial results from northeast Michigan are now available
Published on January 17, 2020
A russet and tablestock potato variety trial in Presque Isle County showcased performance of 48 different varieties across multiple tuber types. -
Michigan State University partners to create limited-edition purple potato chips
Published on November 25, 2019
The limited-edition purple potato chips from Great Lakes Potato Chip Co. are made from the Blackberry potato, the newest variety developed by Michigan State University's Potato Breeding and Genetics program. -
MSU seeks farmer input on wildlife damage to crops
Published on September 10, 2019
Researchers at Michigan State University are looking to identify wildlife management priorities for agriculture. -
Vegetable yield and revenue outlook may trigger disaster assistance or insurance claims this year
Published on August 21, 2019
Vegetable crops could see decreased yields or revenues that justify NAP or WFRP assistance this year. -
Upcoming field days scheduled for northern Michigan region
Published on July 24, 2019
Connect, share and learn at upcoming field days in the Upper Peninsula and northern lower Michigan covering field crop, forage and specialty crop production. -
New Zidua Supplemental Labels approved by EPA
Published on June 20, 2019
Several new Zidua labels have been approved for celery and potato. -
Broad-spectrum fungicides for vegetables
Published on May 1, 2019
Check out these broad-spectrum fungicide options available for use on multiple vegetable crops. -
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – April 24, 2019
Published on April 24, 2019
Compared to last spring, a lot of fieldwork and planting has been done. -
West central Michigan vegetable update – April 24, 2019
Published on April 24, 2019
Early crops are being planted or emerging, with asparagus harvest coming soon. -
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – April 24, 2019
Published on April 24, 2019
Southwest Michigan is off to a “normal” start. -
Central Michigan vegetable update – April 24, 2019
Published on April 24, 2019
Spring has been slow to arrive to the region. -
New videos educate potato growers on disease management of soft rot bacteria
Published on April 15, 2019
Aerial stem rot, blackleg and tuber soft rot were recently detected in Michigan potato fields. Like the past two growing seasons, these diseases continue to be a problem. -
Pesticide applicator recertification credits available before the end of the year
Published on October 4, 2018
Growers needing a few more credits in 2018 have until Dec. 31 to complete the online Desire to Learn IPM course. -
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – May 23, 2018
Published on May 23, 2018
Another cool, wet week continues to slow crop growth and field activities. -
West central Michigan vegetable update – May 23, 2018
Published on May 23, 2018
Pest activity has increased over the past few weeks and growers are looking forward to a stretch of dryer weather. -
Southeast Michigan vegetable update — May 23, 2018
Published on May 23, 2018
Drier and warmer weather is on deck, keep an eye out for insect damage. -
Don’t become another deadly statistic
Published on May 23, 2018
Farm safety is even more critical when employee numbers are down and farmers are asking more of everyone, even their children. -
Irrigation considerations for the small vegetable farm
Published on May 22, 2018
As small-scale vegetable growers work to get crops in, it is important to have water ready in case rainfall is delayed or lacking. -
Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update — May 18, 2018
Published on May 18, 2018
Growers in urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoophouses and market gardens have battled wind and rain to get their fields prepped and planted over the past two weeks.
