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Southwest Michigan fruit update – March 30, 2021
Published on March 30, 2021
March has been warm. Early fruit crops are showing movement. -
Monday fruit IPM webinars for southwest Michigan growers start April 5, 2021
Published on March 26, 2021
These weekly updates keep fruit growers current on pest and disease developments during the growing season. -
Register for the 2021 Michigan Statewide Grape Spring Kickoff webinar on March 23
Published on March 16, 2021
Early season topics will be covered by MSU Extension experts for Michigan grape growers. -
Grower survey to assess herbicide drift damage in the North Central U.S.
Published on March 1, 2021
Specialty crop growers are asked to fill out this survey to help us understand the impact of herbicide drift. -
Freezing stress, cold hardiness and managing winter damaged vines
Published on February 23, 2021
Winter damages are a challenging issue for sustainable viticulture in Michigan. -
Agricultural professionals in extension services worldwide build new relationships between culturally diverse systems
Published on February 9, 2021
Michigan State University and India’s National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management collaborate on a new book, “Innovations in Agricultural Extension.” -
Grower input needed on sour rot and wasp challenges in vineyards
Published on February 3, 2021
Michigan State University Extension is looking for your input about sour rot and wasp control in grapes. -
Workshop on building better spray programs for vineyards in the Midwest
Published on February 3, 2021
Attend this virtual workshop on March 2 or 4, 2021, to learn more about writing or recommending fungicide spray programs. -
Details for excellence in agriculture
Published on January 28, 2021
Why do some farms make money while some farms lose money? -
MI Ag Ideas to Grow With Virtual Conference to Feature Fruit Track
Published on January 26, 2021
Attend the MI Ag Ideas to Grow With conference fruit track to learn more about all aspects of growing fruit. Topics should be of interest to all fruit growers, regardless of what or how much you grow. -
New version of Airblast 101 sprayer handbook now available
Published on January 12, 2021
This new version adds more content for many air-assist sprayer types. It’s bigger, better and the electronic version is now free. -
New MDARD emergency order extends restricted use pesticide certifications until June 30, 2021
Published on January 7, 2021
MDARD extends RUP certification credentials for applicators expiring in 2019 and 2020, extends opportunity to recertify by credits for additional six months. -
The history of Michigan’s wine and grape industry – Part 1
Published on December 3, 2020
Grapes for both juice and wine have a long and interesting history in Michigan. -
The history of Michigan’s wine and grape industry – Part 2
Published on December 3, 2020
Learn more about the vineyards of the Fruit Belt along the western side of Michigan. -
Spotted Lanternfly: A Colorful Cause for Concern
Published on November 30, 2020
Learn how to identify spotted lanternfly and take steps to slow its spread. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – 2020 review
Published on November 24, 2020
Freezes in April and May damaged many crops. A dry summer kept disease pressure down in most fruits. Crop quality and volumes were generally good. -
Coronavirus relief programs for nontraditional commodities webinar to be held Tuesday, Nov. 24
Published on November 20, 2020
Join us to learn more about how these valuable programs can benefit your farm and what they might mean for your farm taxes. -
Michigan pesticide applicator recertification credits available online before the end of the year
Published on November 17, 2020
Growers needing a few more credits to renew their pesticide applicator license have some online opportunities available. -
Pesticide course offered for private and commercial pesticide applicators
Published on November 17, 2020
New online course for restricted use pesticide applicators offering 12 credits. -
Detection of dead spotted lanternflies in Michigan highlights the need for vigilance
Published on November 16, 2020
Know what to look for and report any sightings of this invasive pest.
