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State pesticide applicators certification exam now available online
Published on June 29, 2016
MDARD has partnered with the Metro Institute to offer computer-based testing for state pesticide certification exams. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – June 28, 2016
Published on June 28, 2016
The summer fruit season is off to a great start. Berry and cherry harvests are underway. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for June 28, 2016
Published on June 28, 2016
Traps are detecting spotted wing Drosophila throughout the network; susceptible crops need to be protected. -
East Michigan fruit regional report – June 28, 2016
Published on June 28, 2016
Soils are very dry, creating drought stress in tree and small fruits. Strawberry harvest has finished in southern parts of our region, and sweet and tart cherry and summer red raspberry harvest is getting underway. -
West Michigan tree fruit regional report – June 28, 2016
Published on June 28, 2016
All tree fruits are progressing nicely this season. -
2016 Peach and plum variety showcase
Published on June 27, 2016
You are invited to see and taste the newest, traditional and unusual peach and plum varieties and experimental selections on Aug. 23, 2016, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. -
East Michigan fruit regional report – June 24, 2016
Published on June 24, 2016
Strawberry harvest continues, with sweet cherry and summer red raspberry harvest just around the corner. Dry soils are prevalent, especially for growers north of the I-94 corridor. -
Irrigation management: Measuring soil moisture and application uniformity
Published on June 23, 2016
Measure soil moisture and irrigation equipment output to ensure timely application of the right amount of water uniformly across your field. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – June 21, 2016
Published on June 21, 2016
Sweet cherry harvest has begun. Scattered hail storms have caused some damage. -
West Michigan tree fruit regional report – June 21, 2016
Published on June 21, 2016
Don’t let your guard down during the dog days of summer.