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Southwest Michigan vegetable update – June 3, 2020
Published on June 3, 2020
Cooperative weather has allowed growers to stay on schedule. -
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – June 3, 2020
Published on June 3, 2020
A week of warm weather helps plants grow but may cause unseasonably early disease development. -
Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) for dairy farmers
Published on June 3, 2020
The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) that applies to dairy farms provides much needed help for an industry that has been dramatically affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. -
East Michigan vegetable update – June 3, 2020
Published on June 3, 2020
Should be a busy week of planting with good moisture and growing conditions. -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 3, 2020
Published on June 3, 2020
The warm, wet weather means disease management is critical now. Prebloom webinar this Thursday, June 4. -
Twig and blossom blights in Michigan blueberries
Published on June 2, 2020
Freezes and disease cause similar symptoms on blueberry plants. Here is what to look for in your field. -
MSU receives $1 million EPA grant supporting water quality in Michigan
Published on June 2, 2020
The MSU Institute of Water Research will lead project to improve water quality in the Saginaw River watershed through farmer-led outreach and education. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 2, 2020
Published on June 2, 2020
Warm weather brought fast development of trees and insects. -
Register for the 2020 Grape Prebloom Webinar on June 4
Published on June 2, 2020
Get ready for grape bloom with information on grape canopy, pest and disease management. -
East Michigan fruit update – June 2, 2020
Published on June 2, 2020
Warmer temperatures have pushed a good amount of growth in all fruit crops. Apple growers are thinning aggressively. Strawberry growers need to keep a close eye on soil moisture levels.