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Southeast Michigan vegetable update – July 8, 2020
Published on July 8, 2020
A brief break from the heat is on the horizon, but the pests and plant stress may linger. -
West central Michigan vegetable update – July 8, 2020
Published on July 8, 2020
Keep tabs on insect pests in a hot, dry year. -
AFNRE major personalizes her MSU studies to pursue an equine career
Published on July 8, 2020
Meghan Randolph made the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Education major her own by pursuing coursework in equine studies at MSU. -
East Michigan vegetable update – July 8, 2020
Published on July 8, 2020
Dry weather is showing its effects on some crops. -
Michigan potato late blight forecast – July 8, 2020
Published on July 8, 2020
No late blight reported. Weather-based risk low to moderate throughout Michigan. -
Malamiah Juice Bar gets creative, stands in solidarity with community of Black-owned businesses during pandemic
Published on July 8, 2020
Food business owners like Jermale Eddie have been nimbly adapting to the rapidly changing business landscape since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. -
MSU to establish Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) Site in sociomobility
Published on July 8, 2020
Michigan State University will provide opportunities for a diverse group of talented undergraduate students from across the United States to engage in a wide range of research studies related to “sociomobility” as part of a recently funded grant. -
How much water does your lawn irrigation system apply?
Published on July 8, 2020
As dry conditions persist, knowing how much water your irrigation system applies is critical for maintaining healthy turf. -
Michigan grape scouting report – July 8, 2020
Published on July 8, 2020
Vinifera grape bloom is continuing in northern Michigan. Egglaying by the next generation of grape berry moth is expected to start soon in southwest Michigan. -
Voters in Alcona, Clare, Iosco and Wexford counties to decide Aug. 4 on funding for MSU Extension and Michigan 4-H
Published on July 8, 2020
Millage funding for MSU Extension is on the Aug. 4 ballot in Alcona, Clare, Iosco and Wexford counties. -
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – July 8, 2020
Published on July 8, 2020
Dry, hot weather has hindered final transplanting. -
Lawn irrigation tips
Published on July 8, 2020
Light, frequent irrigation during this hot, dry weather will help your lawn survive and thrive. -
Does all food need a label?
Published on July 7, 2020
Learn why food labels are required on food and what to look for if you are buying local. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – July 7, 2020
Published on July 7, 2020
Spotted wing Drosophila are in all berry fields and blueberries are entering the window of susceptibility to its attack. Maintaining an effective monitoring and control program is critical. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 7, 2020
Published on July 7, 2020
Summer fruit harvest is underway. Blueberries, cherries and raspberries are being harvested. A hot, dry week will slow plant and pest development. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – July 7, 2020
Published on July 7, 2020
Hot weather has hastened cherry development, and harvest is right around the corner. Be cautious about ethephon applications in the heat. -
Helping your turf during dry and hot weather
Published on July 7, 2020
Throughout much of Michigan, lawns are under stress from high temperatures and lack of rainfall. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila update – July 7, 2020
Published on July 7, 2020
SWD populations are active and growers should be protecting susceptible crops. -
East Michigan fruit update – July 7, 2020
Published on July 7, 2020
Drought conditions have worsened. It has been nearly a month since most farms received rain. Black raspberry harvest is staring, summer red raspberry and saskatoon harvest continues, and tart cherry harvest is nearly complete. -
Lakes Michigan-Huron water levels expected to reach summer peak in July 2020
Published on July 7, 2020
Webinar will discuss options for shore protection/stabilization with expected erosion.