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Rose chafer management for northwest vineyards
Published on June 15, 2021
Michigan's small fruit crops can be affected by the rose chafer beetles because adults can eat plant tissue in massive amounts. -
Sizzling spring at garden retailers
Published on June 14, 2021
Consumer demand for plants soared during the spring of 2021. -
Cool combo containers to consider
Published on June 14, 2021
Combination containers are popular among consumers for instant color. Let’s see some cool combinations at garden centers in west Michigan during the spring of 2021 to inspire you for next season. -
Research Drilldown: Challenges in the milking parlor
Published on June 12, 2021
The parlor is one of the key “bottlenecks”. Many producers try to find the balance between “parlor efficiency” and growing their operation. Learn more about challenges in the milking parlor. -
2020 Status of the Industry: Michigan Aquaculture
Published on June 11, 2021
What does aquaculture look like in Michigan and how did COVID-19 impact the industry in 2020? -
Beginning farmers, We’ve got news for you!
Published on June 11, 2021
New and beginning farmers can sign up to receive a new monthly newsletter catered to their needs. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – June 10, 2021
Published on June 10, 2021
Rain showers this week were beneficial for those fortunate enough to be underneath one, but more dry weather in the forecast is unwelcome news for moving crops through early vegetative stages. -
Quentin Tyler named director of MSU Extension
Published on June 9, 2021
With a deep background in both Extension and leadership, Quentin Tyler, Ph.D., was named director on June 1, 2021. -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 9, 2021
Published on June 9, 2021
Grape bloom has started in southern Michigan. Bloom on hybrid wine grapes and early vinifera should begin soon in northern parts of the state. Now is a critical time to control diseases. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – June 8, 2021
Published on June 8, 2021
Drought conditions continue affecting small fruit growth and development in west central Michigan despite scattered rain showers and some localized thunderstorms.