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Michigan hop pest report – May 22, 2026
Published on May 27, 2026
Michigan hopyards are in a critical pest management period for key insect pests and diseases. Growers should scout regularly and thoroughly. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 26, 2026
Published on May 27, 2026
Strawberry harvest is starting soon, and blueberry bloom is still going. -
Help inform orchard pollination management! New survey seeks input from Michigan tree fruit growers
Published on May 27, 2026
The Michigan State University Tree Fruit Entomology Lab wants to know how Michigan tree fruit growers are managing pollination in their orchards. -
Regenerative agriculture in vineyards and orchards: Cover cropping considerations
Published on May 27, 2026
While regenerative practices aim to improve soil, water, nutrient cycling and biodiversity, and strengthen farmer and community well-being, they also come with challenges. Learn key insights on how to navigate and implement these different principles. -
Michigan chestnut crop report – May 21, 2026
Published on May 27, 2026
Black stem borer activity continues. Growers should be trapping for adults and treating vulnerable trees. Potato leafhopper could arrive at any time. -
Crack the code on grass identification July 30-31 at W.K. Kellogg Biological Station
Published on May 27, 2026
Join botanists for this two-day grass identification course that blends fieldwork, lab sessions and expert instruction. -
Are you recall-ready?
Published on May 27, 2026
Learn why food and beverage consumer packaged goods businesses should practice mock recalls regularly. -
Undergrad to Post-Doc: Meet Anne Johnson
Published on May 27, 2026
Anne Johnson is an MSU Entomology alum whose path brought her back to MSU Entomology as a postdoctoral researcher studying biological control and emerald ash borer parasitoids. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 27, 2026
Published on May 27, 2026
Warm and dry weather is incoming. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 27, 2026
Published on May 27, 2026
Apple trees are at petal fall and early fruit set this week, and stone fruit is out of the shuck in the west central region. -
Brewing awareness for Michigan waters and invasive species
Published on May 27, 2026
Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters and Trail Point Brewing Co. set to host “Aquatic Ales” event focused on preventing aquatic invasive species in our waters. -
Michigan Sen. Sam Singh on MSU agriculture research, outreach: ‘There’s a need and a want’
Published on May 26, 2026
Singh, who represents the 28th Senate District, touted MSU's work as essential to supporting the state's second-largest industry. -
Choosing the right accounting software for your farm
Published on May 26, 2026
Factors to consider when it’s time to upgrade or choose farm accounting software. -
Managing lawn diseases
Published on May 26, 2026
Why fungicides aren’t always the answer. -
Don’t overspend on early corn emergence problems
Published on May 26, 2026
Early corn decisions could cost or protect profit. -
Holly Hooper joins MSU Extension consumer horticulture team for southwest Michigan
Published on May 26, 2026
Learn about the newest MSU Extension consumer horticulture educator in southwest Michigan. -
Boxwood leafminer: A hidden pest in plain sight
Published on May 26, 2026
Springtime reveals damage from a boxwood pest that was active last summer. -
Research findings highlight new opportunities for saturated buffer placement
Published on May 26, 2026
Field evidence suggests saturated buffers can be effective across a wider range of slopes and channel conditions than previously assumed. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 26, 2026
Published on May 26, 2026
Summer conditions have finally hit northern Michigan. Honey bee activity is great for apple pollination. -
Updated onion thrips management guidelines for Michigan onion growers
Published on May 26, 2026
A new tool for your pest management toolbox: Vertento is now available for the 2026 season. Check out our latest guide on how to strategically integrate this new chemistry into your existing rotation to maximize efficacy and protect against resistance.