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Michigan vegetable crop report - July 27, 2022

Published on July 27, 2022
Much of the Lower Peninsula received a good soaking this week, harvest is strong, and managing key insects and diseases continue.
Downy mildew detected on cukes in Muskegon and Allegan, several counties have positive spores in air samples

Published on July 25, 2022
All Michigan cucumber and melon growers should employ downy mildew fungicides now.
Michigan vegetable crop report - July 21, 2022

Published on July 21, 2022
The disease and insect management season is upon us.
Michigan vegetable crop report - July 14, 2022

Published on July 14, 2022
The disease and insect management season is upon us.
New program can defray the cost of produce safety compliance

Published on July 5, 2022
Small fruit and vegetable farmers often cite the cost of food safety practices as a reason for not adopting them. A new government program can help these farmers defray the cost of participation in food safety audits and compliance with regulations.
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.
June crop water needs

Published on June 23, 2022
Many areas in Indiana and Michigan quickly went from too much rainfall at planting to sparse rainfall from emergence on leading to an early start for the irrigation season.
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.