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Southwest Michigan fruit update - Aug. 6, 2018
Published on August 7, 2018
A hot dry week moves fruit and pests quickly. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – August 7, 2017
Published on August 7, 2018
Cherry harvest is winding down, and quality remains quite high despite the hot conditions. Apples are coloring and sizing. -
Fire blight management considerations for west central Michigan based on 2018 streptomycin resistance screens
Published on August 7, 2018
Project GREEEN funds provide for the regional mapping and rapid identification of streptomycin resistance in west central Michigan fire blight populations in apple orchards. -
East Michigan fruit update – August 7, 2018
Published on August 7, 2018
Most fruit growers in the region have received much needed rain in the last week. Drought conditions still exist, but soil moisture needs are not as critical for many. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – August 7
Published on August 7, 2018
Cherry harvest is winding down, and quality remains quite high despite the hot conditions. Apples are coloring and sizing. -
West Michigan tree fruit update - Aug. 7, 2018
Published on August 7, 2018
The dog days of summer are for insects and diseases, too. -
Flushing small ruminants for a higher ovulation rate
Published on August 6, 2018
Increasing the level of nutrition for does and ewes 2-3 weeks prior to and 3 weeks into the breeding season can improve kid/lamb crop in some instances. -
Tickets are available for the August 25 Breakfast on the Farm event in Van Buren County
Published on August 6, 2018
People wishing to attend the first Breakfast of the Farm event of the year can get tickets on-line or at various locations in southwest Michigan. -
Western bean cutworm flight in central Michigan is up from recent seasons
Published on August 3, 2018
Dry bean growers should be aware of this increased flight, but don’t panic. -
West central Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 3, 2018
Published on August 3, 2018
As good looking produce continues to be harvested, remain vigilant for diseases, which are progressing more rapidly now.