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Michigan hop crop report – June 4, 2026

Published on June 5, 2026
Warm and dry weather equals optimum growing conditions for hops.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on June 2, 2026
To raise awareness of pesticides currently impacted by the new EPA Bulletins Live! Two pesticide label directive, Michigan State University Extension will be generating a Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report twice a month.
Water-up and water in: Irrigation can improve production and profits while reducing risk

Published on May 29, 2026
Irrigators have the advantage of applying water to help with germination and emergence and incorporate herbicides and nutrients. When rainfall is limited, irrigation can prevent early-season drought.
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.
Michigan hop crop report – May 22, 2026

Published on May 26, 2026
Warm, dry weather on the horizon will kick hops into gear.
The 2026 MSU Weed Tour is June 24

Published on May 22, 2026
Join Michigan State University to view the latest in corn and soybean weed control research.
2026 Status of herbicide-resistant weeds in Michigan

Published on May 13, 2026
Herbicide resistance screening is conducted by MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics every year. In 2025, there was a rise in waterhemp submissions.
Michigan hop pest report – week of May 11, 2026

Published on May 13, 2026
Michigan hopyards are entering a critical pest management period for key insect pests and diseases. Growers should scout regularly and thoroughly.
Michigan hop crop report – week of May 11, 2026

Published on May 11, 2026
Cool weather over the last week should give way to warmer weather and improved growing conditions.
MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program offers Core Review training for pesticide applicators

Published on May 5, 2026
New pesticide safety training service offers 4-hour Core Review sessions to support pesticide applicator certification preparation and provide up to 4 RUP recertification credits.