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Strawberry root rot fact sheet now available
Published on June 25, 2025
Strawberry black root rot is a disease complex on perennial strawberries and managing it can be difficult. Following these strategies may help mitigate it in your fields. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – June 17, 2025
Published on June 18, 2025
Small fruit crops in west central Michigan continue developing under variable weather conditions. Summer strawberries are harvested. -
Inaugural Veteran Farming Conference set for July 2025 in Indiana
Published on June 5, 2025
Join military veterans, beginning and experienced farmers and ag professionals for hands-on training, networking and education at the first summer Veteran Farming Conference, July 11-12, 2025, in Shipshewana, Indiana. All are welcome to attend! -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 3 2025
Published on June 4, 2025
Surprise frost over the weekend and a heatwave beginning of this week—pure Michigan! -
West central Michigan small fruit update – May 16, 2025
Published on May 19, 2025
Unseasonal weather conditions have triggered an early emergence of insect pests typically associated with the fruit crop bloom period, particularly flower thrips. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 7, 2025
Published on May 7, 2025
Blueberries and strawberries are blooming. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 6, 2025
Published on May 6, 2025
Many fruits are blooming. Pollination season is here. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 29, 2025
Published on April 29, 2025
Bloom is coming (and in many cases, it is already here). -
Fruit growers need to be aware of significant pesticide label changes
Published on April 25, 2025
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat. -
Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of
Published on April 25, 2025
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.