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Michigan chestnut update – June 5, 2018

Published on June 5, 2018
Growers are reporting tree mortality around Michigan.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 5, 2018

Published on June 5, 2018
Cooler weather is ahead, which will reduce the recent drought stress on plants. After bloom, the focus shifts to insect and disease control to protect the fruit.
It’s time to consider grape mealybug control

Published on June 5, 2018
Watch this video to learn more the biology and management of grape mealybug.
Cover crop innovations on vegetable farms: What’s new?

Published on June 5, 2018
Learn about innovative cover cropping strategies for vegetables at MSU Agriculture Innovation Day on June 28.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 5, 2018

Published on June 5, 2018
With the recent heat and moisture, tree growth has accelerated and fruit is sizing quickly. Thinning is a priority for growers this week.
Vineyard IPM can save grape growers money, reduce losses

Published on June 5, 2018
Video highlights how MSU grape team provides pest and disease information to growers in a timely and accessible way.
Hop management meetings available in June 2018

Published on June 5, 2018
Hop growers can learn about pest and horticultural management at two meetings during June 2018.
West central Michigan small fruit update – June 5, 2018

Published on June 5, 2018
The blueberry bloom period is almost over in all varieties. Pollination looks good and bees need to be out of the field to apply the next insecticide/fungicide applications against fruitworms and fruit rots.
East Michigan fruit update – June 5, 2018

Published on June 5, 2018
Most apple growers have made two thinning applications in the last week with mixed results. Some are looking to make one more application over the next few days. Strawberry harvest will begin late this week or over the weekend.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 5, 2018

Published on June 5, 2018
Update on tree fruit in west central Michigan.