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Dirt to Glass 2026: Re-centering Michigan wine on quality, farming and a shared future

Published on June 29, 2026
Dirt to Glass 2026 brings growers, winemakers, researchers and industry leaders together to define quality from the soil to the glass.
Heat stress prevention among farmers heading into Michigan’s summer

Published on June 29, 2026
A tragic case study of fatal heat stroke illustrates why acclimation, rapid cooling and proactive employer prevention plans are necessary to save lives when high temperatures and physical labor combine.
Updated factsheet on managing spotted wing drosophila in Michigan cherry

Published on June 25, 2026
New factsheet covers best practices for managing spotted wing drosophila in Michigan cherry orchards.
Southeast Michigan fruit update- June 23, 2026

Published on June 24, 2026
Strawberry harvest wraps up while cherry harvest is starting.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 23, 2026

Published on June 24, 2026
Sweet and tart cherries are turning red across the region, and early sweet cherry varieties are ready for harvest this week.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 17, 2026

Published on June 24, 2026
Sweet and tart cherries are starting to turn red across the region.
EPA seeks public comment on draft fungicide strategy to protect endangered species

Published on June 24, 2026
The 60-day public comment period ends on June 29, 2026.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 23, 2026

Published on June 23, 2026
Sweet and tart cherries are beginning to color, and strawberry harvest is ongoing.
Making high residue work in regenerative farming: How to reduce risks and protect yield

Published on June 23, 2026
While regenerative practices aim to improve soil, water, nutrient cycling and biodiversity, they also come with challenges. Learn key insights on how to navigate and implement these different principles.
Field days, workshops and webinars for farmers transitioning to organic

Published on June 23, 2026
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