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2023 Needs assessment of Michigan small-scale beekeepers
Published on June 6, 2023
Results from a 2023 survey that Michigan State University Extension and Michigan Beekeepers Association administered to beekeepers and people interested in keeping honey bees. -
Michigan chestnut crop report for the week of June 1, 2023
Published on June 5, 2023
Most growers using granular fertilizers are planning to apply them soon if they have not already. -
Maximizing grapevine canopy potential: Optimizing pre-bloom shoot thinning and positioning
Published on June 5, 2023
Learn how proper canopy management contributes to vine health, grape quality and sustainable viticulture practices, ensuring long-term success in grapevine cultivation. -
Michigan chestnut pest report the week of June 1, 2023
Published on June 5, 2023
Growers may need to continue to protect against black stem borer. There are a lot of chestnut pests expected to arrive in early June. -
Manure, compaction and cover crops
Published on June 2, 2023
A summary of soil compaction and how to prevent it in your fields. -
Causes of variable and delayed soybean emergence
Published on June 2, 2023
Understanding the causes of this year’s variable or delayed soybean emergence and estimating the viability of the seeds and seedlings will help producers manage affected fields. -
Protecting blueberry blooms from extreme heat injury using overhead irrigation
Published on June 1, 2023
Michigan’s blueberry industry has been increasingly affected by climate change with spring heatwaves and long, dry periods causing potential yield losses. -
Dry forecast: How will that impact weed control?
Published on June 1, 2023
Weeds under environmental stress are hard to control. -
Sackett vs. Environmental Protection Agency, the Clean Water Act, and the value of wetlands and property rights
Published on May 31, 2023
A discussion of some research on the public value of wetlands and the private value of property rights. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – May 31, 2023
Published on May 31, 2023
Insects and wildlife are attracted to growing plants in dry weather. Continued irrigation is a must.