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Bug Bites: An Intermediate-level seminar series on greenhouse biological control

Published on August 30, 2021
Tune in every Tuesday in September to get your biocontrol questions answered by industry experts.
Tax planning in the summer? Starting early could yield results

Published on August 26, 2021
Taking the time to evaluate your tax situation now can yield big dividends when you finalize your tax management plan at the end of the year.
Chlorpyrifos banned on food crops

Published on August 23, 2021
Chlorpyrifos use on all food crops is being banned, thus it will not be available to growers in spring 2022.
Michigan vegetable crop report – Aug. 18, 2021

Published on August 18, 2021
Chlorothalonil is now autofilling as suggested text on our phones and computers. Corn earworm has finally made its big appearance, and heavy pressure on silking corn should remain through the season.
Addressing labor challenges together

Published on August 17, 2021
Help us understand the current workforce needs of agricultural operations across Michigan.
Michigan vegetable crop report – Aug. 11, 2021

Published on August 11, 2021
Heat and humidity characterized this last week, and late comers to preventive fungicide management are playing catch up. Insects featured this week include beetles and caterpillars.
MSU Extension releases new budgeting tool for all crops

Published on August 9, 2021
MSU planning tools help make well-informed decisions, a critical part of succeeding in today’s farm economy.
Michigan vegetable crop report – Aug. 4, 2021

Published on August 4, 2021
Pepper and onion harvest is ramping up. Pumpkins are starting to color on some farms.
Michigan vegetable crop report – July 28, 2021

Published on July 28, 2021
Diseases are showing up after a recent bout of favorable weather.
UPREC to host Organic Vegetable Field Day

Published on July 28, 2021
Event will feature mechanical weed control, vegetable variety trials