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Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – Aug. 29, 2018
Published on August 29, 2018
Apple harvest has begun and consecutive days of stormy weather seem to have had little negative impact on the northwest apple crop. -
Ontario groups studying alternative forage galega for northern climate
Published on August 29, 2018
A trip to the Rural Agri-Innovation Network’s summer tour near Thessalon, Ontario, provided an opportunity for a first look at Galega (Galega orientalis). -
In spite of inclement weather, the Van Buren County Breakfast on the Farm event went off without a hitch
Published on August 29, 2018
The day started with pouring rain, thunder and lightning, yet nearly 2,300 people came to the first 2018 Michigan State University Extension Breakfast on the Farm event of the season. -
Brown marmorated stink bugs increasing in grapes
Published on August 28, 2018
Be on the lookout for brown marmorated stink bugs in vineyards, especially as annual crops begin to dry down before harvest. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – Aug. 28, 2018
Published on August 28, 2018
Peach, apple, pear and plum harvest continues. Blueberry harvest is ending. -
Make a plan for drought-stressed corn silage in 2018
Published on August 28, 2018
Hot, dry weather conditions can damage corn and have the potential for toxic levels of nitrates in corn silage. -
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 22, 2018
Published on August 22, 2018
Time to increase protection against corn earworm and tomato fruitworm. -
East Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 22, 2018
Published on August 22, 2018
Excellent yields in cantaloupes and a great looking pumpkin crop ahead. Aphid reports are increasing on many crops. -
Vegetable crops and their response to nitrogen
Published on August 22, 2018
Being able to quickly adjust nitrogen rates is helpful in maximizing vegetable production. -
Winter beef cow diets utilizing corn stover can bridge the winter forage gap
Published on August 22, 2018
High hay price alternatives like corn stover can save on winter beef cow diets.