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Farm manager named at MSU West Central Michigan Research and Extension Center in Hart
Published on March 22, 2023
Ashley Fleser has been named the first full-time farm manager at the station, tasked with providing an optimal research environment, building community relationships, and enhancing grower education. -
Michigan pesticide applicator recertification credits available in person and online before the end of the year
Published on October 31, 2022
Growers needing a few more credits to renew their pesticide applicator license have some online and in-person opportunities available. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 30, 2022
Published on August 30, 2022
This is the last fruit scouting report of the season. Happy harvests. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 23, 2022
Published on August 23, 2022
Blueberry harvest is coming to an end. Apple and grape harvests are beginning. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – August 23, 2022
Published on August 23, 2022
Conditions this week were mostly clear and near or slightly warmer than normal. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – Aug. 17, 2022
Published on August 17, 2022
Abundant rainfall slows some pests and enhances others. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 17, 2022
Published on August 17, 2022
Grapes are entering veraison. Brown marmorated stink bug nymphs are being caught in traps. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 9, 2022
Published on August 9, 2022
Peach harvest is in full swing. Apple harvest is beginning. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – August 9, 2022
Published on August 9, 2022
The weekend brought heavy rains across the region. Cherry harvest has wrapped up. Peach harvest is underway for early varieties. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – Aug. 3, 2022
Published on August 3, 2022
Tree fruit is continuing to put on size.