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Early summer crop water needs

Published on July 3, 2024
Effective early water management involves applying irrigation only when necessary to give the crop a strong start, while considering that over-irrigation can lead to losses of crop inputs.
Early summer crop water needs

Published on July 3, 2024
Effective early water management involves applying irrigation only when necessary to give the crop a strong start, while considering that over-irrigation can lead to losses of crop inputs.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update –July 2, 2024

Published on July 2, 2024
Another rainy week on the Ridge.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – July 2, 2024

Published on July 2, 2024
Sweet cherry harvest continues. Tart cherry harvest has begun for some growers across the region.
Introducing weekly crop water use reports for irrigation scheduling

Published on July 2, 2024
Weekly crop water use recommendations offer irrigators scientifically based guidance on how much irrigation water to apply when rainfall is insufficient.
Introducing weekly crop water use reports for irrigation scheduling

Published on July 2, 2024
Weekly crop water use recommendations offer irrigators scientifically based guidance on how much irrigation water to apply when rainfall is insufficient.
Harvest-time insect alert for Michigan blueberry growers

Published on June 27, 2024
Monitoring traps and fruit sampling can improve blueberry management during the harvest season.
Tips for composting in the summertime

Published on June 27, 2024
Tips and tricks to keep in mind when managing your backyard compost pile during the summer.
On-farm compost production and Right to Farm

Published on June 27, 2024
Understanding the role of Right to Farm when composting activities occur on a farming operation.
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 26, 2024

Published on June 26, 2024
Vegetables abound as harvest begins to hit its stride this season. Rains are bringing increased disease pressure.