MSU Extension Asparagus

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  Asparagus

  Asparagus is one of Michigan's dominant vegetable crops that stands alone as the only vegetable grown as a perennial crop in the state. Michigan ranks second in the nation for asparagus production.

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• Asparagus growers should prepare for the possibility of a very early harvest

  Published on March 19, 2012
  The prevailing warm weather and short term forecast suggest that asparagus harvest may begin particularly early this year.

• Asparagus insecticide trial results

  Published on September 8, 2010
  

• Check your asparagus field for aphids

  Published on September 14, 2011
  Scout now for European asparagus aphids and know how to manage this rare Michigan pest, as severe damage could lead to yield loss next year or even plant death.

• Rye cover crops slow asparagus emergence

  Published on April 11, 2012
  While rye-cover crops in asparagus have disadvantages, they really proved worthwhile this spring.

• Preparation for asparagus planting begins the year before

  Published on March 31, 2011
  Planting a new asparagus field is a tremendous investment. Make sure you maximize your chances of success.

• Should this year’s asparagus fern be cut in the fall?

  Published on October 17, 2011
  When is the perfect time to chop asparagus fern once the growing season is finished? The answer is “it all depends.”

• Asparagus growers to gather in Grand Rapids on December 7, 2011

  Published on October 7, 2011
  DeVos Hall in Grand Rapids, Mich., will host the 2011 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market Expo.

• Oceana Asparagus Day scheduled for March 8

  Published on February 1, 2012
  Oceana Asparagus Day offers a wide variety of educational topics of interest to asparagus growers.

• Watch for pH problems in older asparagus fields

  Published on December 1, 2011
  Noticing some thin spots in your older asparagus fields? Check to make sure the pH hasn’t dropped in those spots.

• Asparagus miner integrated pest management research update

  Published on September 8, 2010
  

• New management techniques for Fusarium and Phytophthora control in asparagus production

  Published on August 26, 2009
  

• Fresh market can add value to asparagus enterprises

  Published on February 18, 2011
  Michigan asparagus growers are finding higher returns by marketing part of their crop to the fresh market.

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  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.

• Which irrigation system should an asparagus grower choose?

  Published on January 3, 2012
  Many asparagus growers are considering installing irrigation systems when they plant new fields. Is overhead or trickle irrigation best?

• Asparagus growers should prepare for third-party audits now

  Published on February 17, 2011
  Because of its early harvest season, asparagus growers need to be preparing for third-party audits during the winter months.

• Occasional light tillage may benefit asparagus fields

  Published on November 9, 2011
  Even in no-till asparagus production systems, occasional light tillage may have a place in keeping fields productive.

• Integrated management of asparagus following the end of the harvest period

  Published on June 29, 2011
  After harvest, a vigorous and healthy fern is necessary for carbohydrate recharge in the crown and optimum yield next year.

• Lime is to pH as antacids are to heartburn

  Published on March 25, 2011
  Managing your pH is a simple way to start improving plant nutrient availability and increasing crop yield.

• Keep food safety in mind when buying equipment

  Published on March 2, 2012
  With auction and trade show season in full swing, an eye often turns to acquisition of new or refurbished produce washing, packing and grading equipment. When evaluating equipment, keep food safety in mind to avoid difficulties.

• Who is eating the produce that I grow?

  Published on February 3, 2012
  When adopting food safety practices on the farm, it’s important to remember why and for whom it is being done.