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• Organic matter basics

  Published on February 19, 2018
  Getting started with organic matter basics.

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  Midwest Vegetable Production Guide for Commercial Growers (E0312)

  Published on November 11, 2015
  This annual guide is a summary of currently suggested vegetable varieties, seeding rates, fertilizer rates, weed control, insect control and disease control measures for commercial growers. A version of this publication is available at http://mwveguide.org

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  Caterpillar Pests in Cole Crops (E3165)

  Published on April 2, 2012
  This publication lists the type of caterpillars that do damage to cole crops and how to prevent the caterpillars from coming to your crops.

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  Lime for Michigan Soils (E0471)

  Published on November 10, 2015
  This bulletin covers the nature of soil acidity, the need and importance of liming the soil to neutralize acidity, comparisons of various liming materials and their neutralizing values, and guidelines for liming soils for crops grown in Michigan.

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  Integrated Pest Management Scouting in Vegetable Crops (E3293)

  Published on November 23, 2015
  Scouting and monitoring for pests is a critical step in quantifying the potential damage that can be caused by a pest and implementing management strategies that are appropriately timed for maximum effect.

• Make an effort to keep wildlife out of vegetable fields

  Published on February 1, 2012
  While no one can exclude all wildlife from vegetable production fields, it is important that growers have a plan in place to minimize wildlife intrusions.

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  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.

• Finding cover crop seed made easy

  Published on September 23, 2011
  Sourcing cover crop seed can be challenging. This fact sheet is your No. 1 resource.

• Irrigation and disease development in Michigan vegetables

  Published on February 25, 2013
  Irrigating high value vegetable crops is necessary for many producers. Using irrigation systems properly is important for water conservation, economic efficiency and disease control.

• Kids back on the farm? Sign them up for the 2014 Integrated Pest Management Academy

  Published on January 9, 2014
  Do you have a farm employee who could brush up on their pest management skills? Register now to ensure their spot at this pioneering workshop designed to serve specialty crop, field crop and landscape professionals.

• Don’t delay – you only have two weeks! Farmer Rancher Grants due December 2

  Published on November 17, 2011
  If you have ideas on enhancing sustainable agriculture on farms, you still have time to submit an individual, partner or group NCR-SARE Farmer Rancher Grant.

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  Central Michigan vegetable regional report – July 29, 2015

  Published on July 29, 2015
  Warm and dry weather has prevailed this week in the central region.

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  Southeast Michigan vegetable regional report – August 24, 2016

  Published on August 24, 2016
  Heat and drought subside as harvest continues.

• FAQ regarding new Worker Protection Standards changes

  Published on January 17, 2017
  Frequently asked questions regarding the new Worker Protection Standards requirements for medical evaluations and fit testing for respirator use.

• Online water use reporting must be completed by April 1

  Published on February 28, 2013
  Large volume agricultural water users have one month left to file their 2012 report with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

• 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.

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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.

• Cole crop insect management

  Published on July 7, 2011
  Here are some guidelines for dealing with insects in your cole crops, which may be a challenge this year due to a cool, wet spring and warm summer temperatures.

• How warm and dry is it, really?

  Published on June 28, 2012
  Use MSU’s Enviro-weather tools to quickly compare seasonal heat (degree-day) and moisture (precipitation) accumulations with previous and “normal” years.

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  Central Michigan vegetable regional report – May 18, 2016

  Published on May 18, 2016
  Improving yet cool weather keeps crop and planting progress at a moderate pace.