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Michigan vegetable crop report - June 30, 2022
Published on June 30, 2022
Heat related symptoms on plants are evident now, affecting quality of some crops and delaying or stunting growth in others. -
Camera or drone video can help identify center pivot sprinkler repairs
Published on June 23, 2022
Before we enter July and August when the bulk of irrigation water is applied, use a camera or drone video of pivot water patterns and pipe leaks to greatly help you prioritize needed repairs or sprinkler replacement. -
Michigan vegetable crop report - June 23, 2022
Published on June 23, 2022
The rollercoaster weather has created conditions supportive of oomycete pathogens like Phytophthora and downy mildew, and hot/dry weather-loving insects like thrips, mites and aphids. -
Reducing heat stress for you and your employees
Published on June 22, 2022
Heat stress can be an issue for you and your employees, even in a northern state like Michigan. Multiple 90+ degree days during spring 2022 brought that to light for many of us working in agriculture. -
Michigan vegetable crop report - June 15, 2022
Published on June 15, 2022
Extreme weather has adjusted schedules for earlier morning starts for more comfortable laboring, and some growers are documenting damage. -
First cucurbit downy mildew spores identified in air samples in Bay and Saginaw counties
Published on June 13, 2022
Growers urged to scout cucumbers and melons and check MSU’s downy mildew website for updates. -
Michigan vegetable crop report - June 8, 2022
Published on June 8, 2022
Crops are growing after a slow start with the promise of good things to come. -
Irrigation to help get the crop started
Published on June 2, 2022
Irrigators have the advantage of being able to apply water to aid germination, emergence, and incorporate herbicides and nutrients. If rainfall is short, irrigation can prevent early season drought. -
Michigan vegetable crop report - June 1, 2022
Published on June 1, 2022
Insects are beginning to catch up to plantings -
MSU AgBioResearch, Extension to host in-person 2022 field days
Published on May 27, 2022
From June to September, MSU AgBioResearch and MSU Extension researchers and outreach specialists will be presenting at field days across the state, covering topics from hops and wheat to dairy and regenerative agriculture.