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Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 30, 2024
Published on May 31, 2024
Strawberry harvests are starting in southeast Michigan. -
But can it be profitable? An initial economic summary of an aspirational cropping system
Published on May 31, 2024
Opening the financial books on the first two years of the Kellogg Biological Station Long-Term Agroecosystem Research. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 30, 2024
Published on May 30, 2024
Significant planting progress made for both corn and soybeans. Potatoes began flowering. Stripe rust in wheat continues to be confirmed throughout the state. -
Managing heifer inventory: Ensuring the future of your operations
Published on May 30, 2024
Kelly Sporer from CentralStar Cooperative Inc. shared her insights on managing heifer inventory during a Heifer Academy webinar hosted by Dairy Educator Cora Okkema. -
Wheat watchers week of May 27, 2024
Published on May 30, 2024
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week. -
Scholarship applications are now open for MSU Extension’s fall online Foundations of Gardening course
Published on May 30, 2024
Foundations of Gardening is a 10-week online course packed full of information to help you grow a healthier and more sustainable garden. -
Informational webinar for Michigan fairs and exhibitions to be hosted June 6, 2024
Published on May 30, 2024
Fairs and exhibitions preparing for the 2024 fair season should plan to attend this informational webinar for updates and recommendations. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 28, 2024
Published on May 29, 2024
The northwest region received over 1 inch of rainfall, and the moisture and cooler temperatures has resulted in tremendous tree growth. Growers will need to reapply materials to protect against diseases and insects after this rain. -
Sharpen your harvest predictions: Crop estimation at Parallel 45 Vines and Wines
Published on May 29, 2024
Join the free First Friday meeting on June 7 to master crop estimation for a successful harvest. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 29, 2024
Published on May 29, 2024
Apples are growing rapidly. The chemical thinning window is closing for some varieties in the region.