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West central Michigan small fruit update - May 31, 2022
Published on May 31, 2022
Petal fall started in blueberries and the Cranberry Fruitworm (CBFW) overwintering moths are flying in Allegan and Van Buren. -
Michigan grape scouting report – May 25, 2022
Published on May 25, 2022
Wild grape bloom is expected soon in southern Michigan. Shoot growth is slow, but continuing in northern vineyards. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 24, 2022
Published on May 24, 2022
With the recent hot weather, we blew through sweet cherry bloom, and many farms are in tart cherry bloom or at early petal fall; apples are also opening but will slow with the cooler temperatures in the forecast. -
West central Michigan small fruit update - May 24, 2022
Published on May 24, 2022
Blueberries are in full bloom and without a late spring, frost damage or drought stress, the fruit load looks excellent. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 24, 2022
Published on May 24, 2022
Spring blooming crops are beginning to size up. Brambles and other later blooming crops are beginning. -
Christmas tree scouting report - May 18, 2022
Published on May 20, 2022
Severe spruce gall midge damage was found in several farms. Disease pressure increasing with new shoot growth. -
How to identify and manage hairy bittercress in nurseries and greenhouses – Part 1
Published on May 20, 2022
Identifying hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta L.) early in container production can help growers develop an effective weed control plan. -
How to identify and manage hairy bittercress in nurseries and greenhouses – Part 2
Published on May 20, 2022
Managing hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta L.) early in container production can help growers improve their ornamental production. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 19, 2022
Published on May 19, 2022
Significant planting progress was made this past week in corn and soybean, but rain forecasted for the coming week will likely put the brakes on forward progress. -
Christmas trees 101: Nutrient management
Published on May 18, 2022
Proper soil nutrient management is a win-win scenario that improves grower efficiency and protects the environment.