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MSU Extension and Newaygo County Conservation District partner to host Farm Field Day

Published on July 8, 2025
Attend the Newaygo County Farm Field Day on Aug. 19 to learn about pest management and scouting, irrigation, grazing management, and updates on NRCS funding opportunities and programs. RUP and CCA credits are available.
Beginning Farmer Field Day held July 22 in west Michigan

Published on July 7, 2025
If you are new to farming or considering starting a farm, this field day is a great opportunity to learn and network.
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series first hot topic session of the season

Published on July 2, 2025
MSU Extension’s Virtual Breakfast Series will hold its first hot topic session on July 10, so come with your questions!
Michigan hop pest report - June 26, 2025

Published on June 30, 2025
Mite numbers are building, corn borer is active and adult rose chafer has begun emerging.
Michigan hop crop report week of June 26, 2025

Published on June 27, 2025
Hops are at the wire and pushing sidearms across much of Michigan.
How-to guide: Larval sampling in cherries to determine spotted wing drosophila infestation

Published on June 27, 2025
New video provides instructions on a quick and easy method for detecting drosophila larvae in your cherry fruits.
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 25, 2025

Published on June 25, 2025
Vegetable growers are persevering in their work despite the heat wave.
Current insect pressure and trends discussed on July 3 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series

Published on June 24, 2025
Join MSU Extension for the July 3 installment of the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series to listen to Chris DiFonzo discuss what insect pressures and patterns she is seeing across the state.
New digital tool for apple growers: MSU launches MI Fruit Decision website and instructional video

Published on June 20, 2025
The free MI Fruit Decision website contains decision making tools for apple growers to improve pest management programs, now with an easy-to-follow video tutorial.
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 18, 2025

Published on June 18, 2025
Rain, storm and heat may take a toll on vegetables in the days ahead.