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Pumpkins
Pumpkins news, programming and other resources from MSU Extension.
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Southwest Michigan vegetable update – July 1, 2020
Published on July 1, 2020
Downy mildew is still a concern, but so could powdery mildew. -
East Michigan vegetable update – July 1, 2020
Published on July 1, 2020
Irrigate! The next two weeks call for hot and dry weather. -
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – July 1, 2020
Published on July 1, 2020
It has been hot, and it will stay hot. Be on the lookout for downy mildew, thrips, aphids and spider mites. -
East Michigan vegetable update – June 24, 2020
Published on June 24, 2020
Crop progress is going well overall with some specific issues on individual farms. -
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – June 24, 2020
Published on June 24, 2020
Downy mildew has been confirmed on cucumbers, and the weather on Monday was ideal for spread. -
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – June 10, 2020
Published on June 10, 2020
Warmer temperatures bring plant growth but have also dried soils. -
East Michigan vegetable update – June 10, 2020
Published on June 10, 2020
Ground preparation, planting, irrigating, weed-insect-disease control and harvesting: growers were doing it all this week. -
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – June 3, 2020
Published on June 3, 2020
A week of warm weather helps plants grow but may cause unseasonably early disease development. -
East Michigan vegetable update – April 29, 2020
Published on April 29, 2020
It has been a nice spring to plant vegetables, all other stressful things considered. -
Get RUP credits and ideas for the growing season with educational meetings in east Michigan
Published on January 3, 2020
Michigan State University Extension’s 2020 winter meetings offer updates on pest and crop management as well necessary information on new regulations. -
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. -
Pumpkin management in the final stretch
Published on September 9, 2019
The evidence of proper management shows up now. Some issues can still be addressed, but others required attention months ago. -
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. -
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – July 24, 2019
Published on July 24, 2019
Harvest picks up for many crops, opening farm stands for the season. Look out for sweet corn and cucurbit insects, and diseases in cucumbers, potatoes, and tomatoes. -
East Michigan vegetable update – July 24, 2019
Published on July 24, 2019
Main season vegetable harvests are starting to pick up and stands are open for business. -
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – July 24, 2019
Published on July 24, 2019
Hot weather brings unwanted consequences. -
West central Michigan vegetable update – July 24, 2019
Published on July 24, 2019
Onion thrips population may be on the rise after last week’s warm weather. It’s time to balance pest control objectives with pollination in bee-dependent crops. -
Phytophthora crown rot on cucurbits and peppers requires an aggressive approach
Published on July 23, 2019
This pathogen swims and enjoys wet conditions. -
Broad-spectrum fungicides for vegetables
Published on May 1, 2019
Check out these broad-spectrum fungicide options available for use on multiple vegetable crops. -
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.
