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Scholarship applications are opening soon for MSU Extension’s fall online Foundations of Gardening course
Published on May 1, 2024
Foundations of Gardening is a 10-week online course packed full of information to help you grow a healthier and more sustainable garden. -
The tulip craze: Origins of the tulip
Published on May 1, 2024
Tulips were brought back to the Netherlands in the 1500s and became a backbone of the Dutch culture. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 30, 2024
Published on May 1, 2024
Cherry trees are in full bloom. King bloom is beginning in early apple varieties. -
Planning for the Unexpected
Published on May 1, 2024
Knowing your context is important on your farm. But what happens when your context changes unexpectedly? No matter how well you plan, make goals, or manage your farm you will experience unexpected weather events. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – May 1, 2024
Published on May 1, 2024
Asparagus picking has turned on. More field work and plantings continue. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with corn and nitrogen management after waterlogging
Published on April 30, 2024
Join us May 9 as Alex Lindsey discusses managing corn and nitrogen after waterlogging. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update - April 30, 2024
Published on April 30, 2024
Apples are moving into full bloom. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 30, 2024
Published on April 30, 2024
Bloom continues with fire blight risk while frost damage is assessed. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 30, 2024
Published on April 30, 2024
Most orchards came through the cold weather last week, but there are pockets of isolated damage where temperatures dipped into the mid- to low 20s. Sweet cherries are in bloom. Tart cherries are just showing white. Apples are at early pink. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 30, 2024
Published on April 30, 2024
Weather has been tricky the past few weeks for fruit growers.