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2025 Michigan Viticulture Field Day and Michigan Enology Experience, July 30-31

Published on May 15, 2025
Join other grape growers and winemakers for two days of hands-on demonstrations and learning as well as a fun time and good food and drink in southwest Michigan.
Michigan grape scouting report – May 14, 2025

Published on May 14, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan grape scouting report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
Michigan vegetable crop report – May 14, 2025

Published on May 14, 2025
Field season has started off a normal pace for many growers, without too many weather-related issues throwing off schedules.
MSU AgBioResearch, MSU Extension announce 2025 field days

Published on May 8, 2025
The events will take place across Michigan from May through September.
Michigan vegetable crop report – May 7, 2025

Published on May 7, 2025
Farms are busy with planting and remaining mindful of early season pests.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 6, 2025

Published on May 6, 2025
Many fruits are blooming. Pollination season is here.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 15, 2025

Published on April 15, 2025
It’s still cold and wet, so the fruit are moving slowly.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 8, 2025

Published on April 8, 2025
It’s cold and wet but the fruit are waking up!
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 1, 2025

Published on April 1, 2025
This is the first fruit scouting report of the 2025 season.
Vegetable program at Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days to focus on input suppliers

Published on January 23, 2025
A half-day program will include talks on crop rotation systems, biostimulant concepts, and showcase input suppliers serving southwest Michigan.