News
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Insurance options for vegetable growers
Published on August 21, 2019
There are insurance options for vegetable growers, which can potentially kick in with delayed planting, prevented planting and reduced revenues.
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Vegetable yield and revenue outlook may trigger disaster assistance or insurance claims this year
Published on August 21, 2019
Vegetable crops could see decreased yields or revenues that justify NAP or WFRP assistance this year.
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East Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 21, 2019
Published on August 21, 2019
The strange season continues as heavy-hitting diseases that we normally expect to see now take a backseat to a handful of oddball issues.
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Michigan potato late blight update – Aug. 21, 2019
Published on August 21, 2019
No late blight reported. Weather-based risk high in southwest Michigan growing regions. Confirmed reports in neighboring areas.
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Cucumber downy mildew moves across Michigan
Published on August 20, 2019
Apply fungicides proven to be effective immediately.
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Western bean cutworm at peak flight in northeast Michigan
Published on August 15, 2019
With high numbers, growers are encouraged to scout and consider control.
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Michigan potato late blight update - Aug. 14, 2019
Published on August 14, 2019
No late blight reported. Weather-based risk remains moderate in Michigan growing regions. Continued confirmed reports in neighboring areas.
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Looking for a summertime pollinator activity? Help us hunt the range of the native squash bee!
Published on August 12, 2019
Researchers are trying to determine the range of squash bees in the United States and are counting on citizen scientists to help by filling out data sheets.
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West central Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 7, 2019
Published on August 7, 2019
Cucurbit diseases are on the uptick.
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East Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 7, 2019
Published on August 7, 2019
Most crops are being harvested. Quantity is below normal for most crops and quality is good depending on the crop.
