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Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 14, 2019
Published on May 14, 2019
Trees are developing faster than degree days are accumulating. We are anticipating sweet cherry bloom later this week. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – May 14, 2019
Published on May 14, 2019
Apple trees are moving nowhere fast. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 14, 2019
Published on May 14, 2019
Cool weather has extended the tree fruit bloom. Apples are blooming now. We expect warmer weather this week. -
Tips on quality hay and pasture for beginning farmers: Part 2 – Legume species for hay and pasture
Published on May 14, 2019
Whether planting new, or working with what you already have, understanding the legume species that make up your forage can help you succeed. -
Understanding base saturation ratios on your MSU soil test report
Published on May 14, 2019
The “% of Exchangeable Bases” on your MSU soil test report gives insight into nutrient balances in your soil. -
Eight new stations added to the Enviroweather network
Published on May 14, 2019
The new stations are situated in important areas for fruit, vegetable and row crop production in west central Michigan. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – May 14, 2019
Published on May 14, 2019
Bloom of small fruit crops has been delayed due to persistent cold and damp conditions. However, this arrested development has prevented significant bloom damage by isolated spring frosts. -
East Michigan fruit update – May 14, 2019
Published on May 14, 2019
Apples are slowly inching toward bloom, which is just starting in the southern areas of the region. Most of our fruit crops are well over a week behind their normal growth stages. -
Using soil moisture meters to complement irrigation scheduling
Published on May 13, 2019
Soil moisture monitoring can be used as an irrigation management tool. -
Reducing irrigation costs
Published on May 13, 2019
Tips for reducing irrigation costs while keeping yields and returns up.