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Southeast Michigan vegetable update — May 9, 2018

Published on May 9, 2018
Just as things dry out, more rain is in the forecast. Cabbage maggot flies are starting to emerge across the region.
Integrated pest management webinars now available on demand

Published on November 1, 2013
MSU Extension is now offering Integrated Pest Management Academy Online, a series of online prerecorded webinars. Commercial and private core pesticide recertification credits are available for Michigan applicators.
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – July 22, 2020

Published on July 22, 2020
Last week’s quiet gave way to this week’s storm.
Revised Food Safety Modernization Act exemptions

Published on January 19, 2016
A breakdown of who is required to comply with the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act.
Pumpkin....primary ingredient in pumpkin pie, a sweet ending for many Thanksgiving Celebrations

Published on November 21, 2011
Pumpkin production in 2011 has been good so consumers should find just what they need on the grocery shelf and in the produce section to bake their favorite pumpkin pie.
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.
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 19, 2020

Published on August 19, 2020
The storm front on Aug. 10 caused significant damage to some local vegetable fields.
Southeast Michigan vegetable update — Aug. 9 2017

Published on August 9, 2017
Harvest continues and pest pressure remains low.
Accessing growing degree days with Enviro-weather

Published on May 23, 2013
Understanding and using accumulated growing degree days can help you know when to expect pests. This is one of the services Enviro-weather offers Michigan growers.
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.
West central Michigan vegetable update — May 9, 2018

Published on May 9, 2018
Spring is finally here in west Michigan!
Working in confined space on farms requires safety planning

Published on February 17, 2011
Farms with confined-space hazards need to plan ahead to protect workers.
Fungicides: Tools for vegetable disease management

Published on February 26, 2015
Fungicides are tools that, when combined with other tactics, can minimize vegetable diseases.
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.
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.
Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update — July 19, 2017

Published on July 19, 2017
Updates about urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoophouses and market gardens in the Flint area.
State pesticide applicators certification exam now available online

Published on June 29, 2016
MDARD has partnered with the Metro Institute to offer computer-based testing for state pesticide certification exams.
Watch for powdery mildew on vine crops

Published on July 17, 2014
Stop those epidemics now to keep your plants and profits healthy.
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 5, 2020

Published on August 5, 2020
Rain on Aug. 1 and 2 was a relief for non-irrigated crops.
Flint, Michigan area urban agriculture report – August 31, 2016

Published on August 31, 2016
Growers are continuing to harvest summer’s bounty, planting fall crops and are grateful for the rain after a dry summer in the Flint area.