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Combing through Michigan’s pollinator planning efforts

Published on November 21, 2016
Why are so many Michigan pollinator planning efforts being developed? Let’s take a closer look at three programs and plans currently forming.
How about some new state highway signs for the New Year? Part 2

Published on December 21, 2015
Agri-tourism, cultural, historical and related operations may be eligible for Michigan special signage programs on interstate highways.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 14, 2020

Published on July 14, 2020
Summer fruit harvest is continuing. The brief rains and cool weather was a welcome break, but heat and humidity will return.
Critical practices to control late season grape diseases and the potential effects of fungicides on fermentation

Published on September 22, 2020
The right strategy for controlling cluster rots is crucial. Be mindful of the preharvest interval when choosing fungicides to manage these grape diseases.
Picking up crop pace to meet demand for Michigan craft beverages

Published on February 3, 2020
More locally grown grapes and hops support for Michigan's growing craft beverage industries.
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.
Cottage to Commercial: Ingredients for a successful food business

Published on March 28, 2014
Cottage to Commercial training will help you understand how to turn your food business idea into a commercial reality.
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 fruit update – May 4, 2021

Published on May 4, 2021
The warm week stimulated quick development. Many crops have made it through the freezes in good shape.
Southwest Michigan grape meeting dates set for 2020

Published on March 16, 2020
These spring and summer meetings offer seasonal management information and research updates through presentations and vineyard demonstrations. The grape kickoff meeting is moving to an online format due to restrictions on face-to-face meetings.
Miticides options for controlling mites in fruit

Published on May 1, 2020
There are many options available for mite control in fruit crops.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 19, 2020

Published on May 19, 2020
A warm, wet week brings lush growth and rapid plant development. Wet conditions could cause disease problems in the future.
East Michigan fruit update – Sept. 16, 2020

Published on September 16, 2020
Apple harvest is in full swing. Gala harvest is nearly complete with Honeycrisp and McIntosh harvest continuing. More rains have finally come to the region over the last two weeks.
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for July 9, 2013

Published on July 9, 2013
Spotted wing drosophila catches remain low throughout Michigan with catches in small fruits and tart cherries.
Online 2020 preseason fruit IPM meeting in southwest Michigan planned for April 2

Published on March 26, 2020
The online preseason update for tree fruit growers will discuss pest and disease control strategies for the 2020 growing season. This meeting replaces our traditional face to face group meetings in March.
Managing bird damage on fruit farms

Published on June 21, 2019
Preventing habitual behavior is critical for effective bird damage management.
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila update – July 30, 2019

Published on July 31, 2019
Spotted wing Drosophila numbers are higher than ever recorded at this time of year in Michigan; take action to protect susceptible fruit.
MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics gets a brand-new website

Published on September 24, 2019
We invite you to explore our new website to learn about new services and reconnect with our diagnosticians.
Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days set for Feb. 5-6, 2020

Published on December 30, 2019
Attend educational sessions on grapes, blueberries, tree fruits, vegetables and, new to 2020, hemp.
Michigan grape scouting report – Sept. 23, 2020

Published on September 23, 2020
Niagara harvest has begun. Wine and table grape harvests continue.