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Time to scout and manage western bean cutworm in southern Michigan
Published on July 13, 2017
How to scout for and manage western bean cutworm. Also, an important note about ear mold control. -
Broad mites in ornamental crops — Part 2: Scouting and sampling
Published on July 13, 2017
Scouting for broad mites poses challenges for growers in that the damage is often noticed 20 to 30 days after the initial infestation. -
Managing spotted wing Drosophila in cherries at harvest time
Published on July 12, 2017
Application strategies, insecticides choices and general rules of thumb to maximize effective spotted wing Drosophila (SWD) management near harvest time. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for July 11, 2017
Published on July 12, 2017
Eighty percent of all SWD cup traps have captured SWD since the beginning of the season. Best practices for minimizing fruit infestation are reviewed. Start now! -
Keep an eye on foliar and fruit diseases in grapes
Published on July 11, 2017
Symptoms of black rot, Phomopsis, downy mildew, powdery mildew and anthracnose are common in unsprayed or minimally sprayed vineyards. -
Weed control in perennial strawberry
Published on July 11, 2017
Renovate strawberry fields after harvest to improve crop production next year. -
Celebrate Lakes Appreciation Month
Published on July 11, 2017
Engage in an activity to enjoy and protect Michigan’s lakes. -
Late blight found in potato in Michigan’s St. Joseph County
Published on July 10, 2017
Late blight was found in Michigan potatoes July 7, 2017. Conditions remain conducive for late blight in irrigated potato crops. -
Early July home and garden insect highlights
Published on July 7, 2017
MSU Diagnostic Services reports on insects concerning Michigan residents during June 23 – July 7, 2017. -
Everyone can help to keep eyes on the forest
Published on July 5, 2017
Learn how to help protect Michigan forests at the Ingham County Conservation District's Forestry Field Day.