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Rose chafer management for northwest vineyards
Published on June 15, 2021
Michigan's small fruit crops can be affected by the rose chafer beetles because adults can eat plant tissue in massive amounts. -
Pre-Harvest Blueberry Webinar scheduled for June 17
Published on June 15, 2021
This webinar will provide updates on important issues related to the blueberry pre-harvest blueberry season. -
Greenhouse Pest Management with Insecticides
Published on June 14, 2021
Research-based information is presented on how to manage greenhouse insects and other pests including thrips, aphids, whiteflies, mites, fungus gnats, and mealybugs. -
Michigan hop crop report for the week of June 7, 2021
Published on June 10, 2021
Growers experienced hot and dry weather across the state. -
What can you do to manage gypsy moths in your landscape?
Published on June 10, 2021
Having problems with gypsy moths this summer? You aren't alone! -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 9, 2021
Published on June 9, 2021
Grape bloom has started in southern Michigan. Bloom on hybrid wine grapes and early vinifera should begin soon in northern parts of the state. Now is a critical time to control diseases. -
Michigan Christmas tree pest update – June 4, 2021
Published on June 4, 2021
Scout trees now for insect pests. -
Summer options for controlling San Jose scale in Michigan tree fruit crops
Published on June 4, 2021
Summer populations of San Jose scale can be managed by targeting crawler emergence. -
Michigan hop crop report for the week of May 31, 2021
Published on June 3, 2021
Dial in your fertility plan now. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 2, 2021
Published on June 2, 2021
Hot weather pests and a first detection of cucurbit downy mildew spores. -
Classic weather pattern for potato leafhopper outbreak is here
Published on June 2, 2021
Second cutting alfalfa should be scouted early after regrowth appears. -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 2, 2021
Published on June 2, 2021
The heat from the past week helped grapes to move quickly. Shoots are lengthening throughout Michigan and clusters are becoming visible. -
Michigan chestnut crop report for the week of May 24, 2021
Published on May 28, 2021
Conditions remain dry as leaves expand and tree water demand increases. -
First cucurbit downy mildew spores identified in air samples in Allegan County
Published on May 27, 2021
Growers are urged to scout early plantings of cucumber and melon for downy mildew. -
Registration details for the 2021 MSU Weed Tour on June 30
Published on May 27, 2021
Come join us to view the latest in corn and soybean weed control research. -
Michigan hop crop report for the week of May 24, 2021
Published on May 26, 2021
Warm temperatures advance hop growth. -
Michigan grape scouting report – May 26, 2021
Published on May 26, 2021
Heat from the past week helped grapes move quickly. Shoots are lengthening throughout Michigan and clusters are becoming visible. -
Pest management approaches in a winter or freeze damaged grape vineyard
Published on May 26, 2021
Growers may want to alter pest management practices depending on how much winter damage has occurred in vineyards. -
Periodical cicadas are emerging: Should Michigan fruit growers be concerned?
Published on May 24, 2021
Brood X of the periodical cicada can soon be found throughout the Midwest including parts of southern Michigan. They may become a nuisance, but don’t expect any significant fruit crop injury. -
Michigan hop crop report for the week of May 17, 2021
Published on May 20, 2021
Warmer weather has kicked hop growth into gear.
