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Michigan vegetable crop report – July 30, 2025
Published on July 31, 2025
Cooler days are ahead as harvest ramps up. -
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips receives Distinguished Service Award from the National Association of County Agricultural Agents
Published on July 30, 2025
Phillips was honored for more than a decade of innovative Extension programming, leadership and service to Michigan’s vegetable growers. -
Vertical tillage for corn residue management
Published on July 28, 2025
Low-disturbance tillage can be a valuable tool for field crop farmers. -
Michigan hop pest report - July 24, 2025
Published on July 24, 2025
Disease pressure is high, so stay on top of disease management programs. -
Michigan hop crop report week of July 24, 2025
Published on July 24, 2025
The 2025 hop crop is coming along nicely. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – July 23, 2025
Published on July 23, 2025
Sweet corn, cucumbers and garlic are being harvested across Michigan. Downy mildew is active in cucurbits. Spotty rain continues with hot, humid weather. -
Insect friend or foe, and how can I know?
Published on July 23, 2025
Avoid insect damage and unnecessary insecticide applications by learning the basics of field crops insect identification at the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on July 31. -
Bee Palooza 2025 will focus on our pollinating neighbors
Published on July 22, 2025
This educational, family-friendly event returns to Michigan State University on August 24. -
Reducing heat stress in the field
Published on July 21, 2025
Heat stress can be an issue for you and your employees, even in a northern state like Michigan. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – July 16, 2025
Published on July 17, 2025
Sweet corn season begins while weather brings opportunities and challenges.