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  • Michigan grape scouting report – June 3, 2026

    Published on June 3, 2026
    Concise, research-based updates on weather trends, vine development, pest pressure and disease risk. Use these timely insights to guide informed, proactive vineyard management decisions and optimize vine health and productivity.

  • Michigan grape scouting report – May 20, 2026

    Published on May 20, 2026
    Concise, research-based updates on weather trends, vine development, pest pressure and disease risk. Use these timely insights to guide informed, proactive vineyard management decisions and optimize vine health and productivity.

  • Michigan grape scouting report – May 4, 2026

    Published on May 5, 2026
    Concise, research-based updates on weather trends, vine development, pest pressure and disease risk. Use these timely insights to guide informed, proactive vineyard management decisions and optimize vine health and productivity.

  • 2026 Michigan Hop Management Guide now available

    Published on April 7, 2026
    Updated management reference available for Michigan hop growers through Michigan State University Extension.

  • Updates to the 2026 Fruit Management Guide

    Published on March 11, 2026
    Summary of pesticide label additions, clarifications and corrections to the 2026 MSU Fruit Management Guide (E-154).

  • Improving chestnut quality through better irrigation and sap flow monitoring

    Published on January 26, 2026
    Irrigation is critical to optimizing tree health and nut quality.

  • Michigan grape scouting report – October 8, 2025

    Published on October 8, 2025
    Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.

  • Michigan grape scouting report – October 1, 2025

    Published on October 2, 2025
    Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.

  • Michigan grape scouting report – September 24, 2025

    Published on September 24, 2025
    Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.

  • Michigan grape scouting report – September 17, 2025

    Published on September 17, 2025
    Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.

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