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Sharpen as a dry bean harvest aid
Published on July 19, 2018
Sharpen is an effective harvest aid in dry beans, but has the potential to cause problems when dry beans follow dry beans. -
Armyworm alert in northern Michigan and Upper Peninsula
Published on July 18, 2018
There is a widespread outbreak of armyworms across Michigan’s northern Lower Peninsula and Upper Peninsula. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila update – July 17, 2018
Published on July 17, 2018
Levels of SWD in traps continue to rise in southern Michigan, are leveling off mid-state, and dipping a bit in the north. -
Spotted wing Drosophila update for cherry growers – July 13, 2018
Published on July 13, 2018
SWD numbers are six times higher than in past years at this time during the season. Although trap numbers are down this week, be cautious with management decisions as rain, humidity and wet weather will likely stimulate SWD activity. -
Hot, dry weather increases risk of spider mites and thrips in field-grown vegetables
Published on July 12, 2018
Thrips and spider mites are common pest problems in many vegetable crops in Michigan. Find out more about their biology and management in the field. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila update – July 10, 2018
Published on July 10, 2018
Cooler weather last week coincided with a big jump in the number of SWD caught in traps; ripening fruit must be protected against infestation. -
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug update – July 10, 2018
Published on July 10, 2018
Watch out for early feeding damage by brown marmorated stink bugs in developing Gala, Honeycrisp and Golden Delicious apples. Nymphs can be found in abundance on non-crop hosts in some areas. -
Sporecaster informational meeting planned July 17
Published on July 6, 2018
Join us in Kingston, Michigan, to learn about a new smart phone app for white mold management in soybeans. -
Asiatic garden beetles, soybean aphids and western bean cutworms arrive in time to see fireworks
Published on July 5, 2018
A July 4 update on Asiatic garden beetle adults, soybean aphids and western bean cutworm moths in Michigan field crops. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila update - July 3, 2018
Published on July 3, 2018
SWD are still active, though traps caught low numbers due to the heat; ripening fruit must be protected against infestation.