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There is still time to report large or significant water use

Published on April 3, 2026
Agricultural water users in both Indiana and Michigan are required to report their water use for water sources with the capacity to pump 70 gallons per minute.
Why and how to read a pesticide label?

Published on April 2, 2026
Understanding the importance of pesticide labels and how to read the label is extremely important to achieve effective pest management in crop production.
Register for the 2026 MSU Spring Spray Drone Fly-In

Published on April 1, 2026
Refine your spray drone skills at Michigan’s premier hands-on workshop on April 8 and earn Michigan RUP credits.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – March 31, 2026

Published on April 1, 2026
This is the first fruit scouting report of the season.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 1, 2026

Published on April 1, 2026
Apples are at green tip in apples and blueberries are at bud swell.
Macro learning: A new MSU Extension approach to timely learning for Michigan’s grape and wine industry

Published on March 31, 2026
Delivering timely, research-based insights to support real-time decisions in Michigan’s vineyards and wineries.
Register for the Michigan grape spring kickoff meeting

Published on March 30, 2026
Practical research updates, grower-focused discussions, and seasonal insights to help you start the 2026 vineyard season with confidence.
Pesticide applicator core review, MDARD testing and RUP credits offered April 16 in Frankenmuth

Published on March 27, 2026
Participants will review the core manual and take the core pesticide applicator test. Private and commercial core, fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available. If space is available, participants can register and receive four core RUP credits.
Take the certified applicator exam in English or Spanish in Kalamazoo County on April 7

Published on March 26, 2026
The core review and exam to become a certified restricted use pesticide (RUP) applicator will be held in both English and Spanish on April 7 in Kalamazoo. Four RUP credits are available to those with a current license who attend the review.
Presente el examen para la certificación de aplicadores de plaguicidas en inglés o en español en el condado de Kalamazoo el 7 de abril

Published on March 26, 2026
La clase de repaso y el examen para la certificación de aplicadores de plaguicidas se ofrecerá en inglés y en español el 7 de abril en Kalamazoo.