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West Michigan tree fruit regional report – June 14, 2016
Published on June 14, 2016
Scouting well is needed for apple scab and fire blight. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – June 14, 2016
Published on June 14, 2016
Strawberry harvest continues. Raspberry and cherry harvest should start soon. Birds are eating ripening cherries. -
10 things to think about before establishing pollinator habitat
Published on June 8, 2016
Reduce the confusion about pollinator habitat options with this guide and an upcoming event. -
East Michigan fruit regional report – June 7, 2016
Published on June 7, 2016
Farmers received much-needed rain, but most of the region has had dry soils for the last three weeks. Apple growers saw fruit drop over the past week. -
West Michigan tree fruit regional report – June 7, 2016
Published on June 7, 2016
Tree fruit crops appear to be setting up nicely. -
Supporting beneficial insects on your farm or garden
Published on June 7, 2016
MSU research has identified the best plants for supporting pollinators and natural enemies. At this Aug. 2 workshop, you can see the plants and learn how to use them on your farm or garden. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – June 7, 2016
Published on June 7, 2016
The hot weather in late May led to a large June drop in tree fruit. Strawberry harvest is underway. Grape bloom has begun. -
Fruit production under high tunnels tour
Published on June 7, 2016
Can Midwest growers make money growing fruit under high tunnels? This will be the topic for a tour and discussion on July 5, 2016. -
Crop scouting and…ticks?
Published on June 2, 2016
Suggestions for avoiding ticks when scouting crops in Michigan. -
Drones or unmanned aerial systems for use in commercial agriculture
Published on June 2, 2016
Horticulture and agronomic crop growers can learn the latest on drones or unmanned aerial systems from a series of eXtension webinars.