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Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – Oct. 9, 2019
Published on October 9, 2019
Growers took advantage of this week’s sunny and dry weather, which was ideal for picking crews. -
Repairing the season’s planting and harvest ruts
Published on October 9, 2019
Vegetables were “mudded in” across Michigan this spring. Fields now need special care to repair ruts and break up compaction. -
East Michigan apple maturity report – Oct. 9, 2019
Published on October 9, 2019
Growers are harvesting Golden Delicious and eyeballing Red Delicious. Empire harvest is mostly wrapped up. -
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – Oct. 9, 2019
Published on October 9, 2019
First harvest of early blocks of Honeycrisp and Gala will begin soon. -
What’s the difference between horse chestnuts and sweet chestnuts?
Published on October 9, 2019
Chestnuts are a delicious staple to many meals, but some types are toxic and shouldn’t be eaten. -
MSU vineyard IPM scouting report – Oct. 9, 2019
Published on October 9, 2019
Most grapes are harvested in southwest Michigan and wine grape harvest is underway in northwest Michigan. Weather delays have been altering harvest windows and we are noticing benefits in reflective strips in vineyards. -
Combating the blueberry stem gall wasp
Published on October 8, 2019
Michigan State University researchers work together to create solutions, reduce impact of pest on Michigan’s blueberry crop. -
NCI offers special for online NCI Charrette System certificate training
Published on October 8, 2019
If you are looking for a way to stay current during this time period, then NCI has an answer. We are offering a year-end special for our online-based NCI Charrette System certificate training. -
Smart students add good credit scores to their school agenda
Published on October 8, 2019
While still in high school or college, students should not forget the importance of building a positive credit report. -
Ensuring public participation in meetings takes work and organization
Published on October 8, 2019
Meaningful public participation requires some very basic communication skills. Remember the key components of planning effective meetings. -
Old versus new: Understanding the new economy part 2
Published on October 8, 2019
A very fundamental structural shift has occurred with economic development. In this new economic age, it pays to know the difference between the old and new economy. -
Helpful steps to take for successful service learning projects
Published on October 8, 2019
Where should youth look when searching for a community service or service learning project? -
Precision farming comes into its own
Published on October 7, 2019
Precision agriculture affects farmers both large and small; adoption rates depend on cost versus value produced -
Sweetener – Artificial Sweeteners
Published on October 7, 2019
In this series, we’re exploring sweeteners, from artificial to natural to calorie-free, sweeteners are in the foods and beverages we consume. In this post, we focus on common artificial sweeteners. -
Bailey Community Council Meeting Minutes: September
Published on October 7, 2019
Minutes from the Bailey Community Council Meeting, which was held on September 12, 2019. -
Corn struggling to mature in southwest Michigan
Published on October 7, 2019
Delayed planting, tar spot, drought and a colder than normal August have corn struggling to mature in southwest Michigan. -
Bailey Scholars Program Fall Semester Calendar
Published on October 7, 2019
Fall Semester Calendar of Events for the Bailey Scholars Program -
Bailey Community Council Meeting Minutes: October
Published on October 7, 2019
Minutes from the Bailey Community Council Meeting, which was held on October 10, 2019. -
Survey input from industrial hemp growers needed for MSU research and Extension efforts
Published on October 7, 2019
Input regarding industrial hemp production practices and challenges will help ensure MSU research and Extension efforts can benefit industrial hemp growers. -
Vole management for Michigan crop producers
Published on October 7, 2019
Voles can cause extensive damage to orchards, ornamentals and tree plantings due to their girdling of seedlings and mature trees and feeding on roots.