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Pre-register for the 2026 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show

Published on December 4, 2025
Growers are encouraged to attend this two-day, premier educational program on Jan. 13-14 to discuss important issues for the Michigan fruit industry.
Check out the tree fruit sessions at the 2025 Great Lakes Expo

Published on December 4, 2025
Hear about cutting-edge research updates, new variety information and a deep dive into plant growth regulators.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on November 30, 2025
To raise awareness of pesticides currently impacted by the new EPA Bulletins Live! Two pesticide label directive, Michigan State University Extension will be generating a Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report twice a month.
MSU Extension welcomes new tree fruit specialist for southwest Michigan

Published on November 24, 2025
Dan Dick, M.Sc., started working with Michigan State University Extension in November 2025.
Hands-on irrigation workshops for commercial tree fruit growers in Hart and Sparta

Published on October 30, 2025
After such a dry growing season, irrigation was critical for many commercial tree fruit orchards. Join MSU Extension for a hands-on, outdoor workshop to discuss challenges this year and learn how to evaluate your irrigation system.
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and MDARD testing for winter 2025 through spring 2026

Published on October 7, 2025
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions with MDARD testing.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 1, 2025
October is the prime time to collect and submit weed seeds for herbicide resistance screening.
Trevor Nichols Research Center hosts final 2025 field day

Published on September 30, 2025
On Sept. 25, the Trevor Nichols Research Center hosted the final field day of the 2025 season, where faculty and staff shared research and strategies on managing fruit crop pests and diseases.
Fall means farm equipment on roads

Published on September 18, 2025
Tips for motorists and farmers sharing the road safely.
Help shape the future of weed management in Michigan specialty crops

Published on September 16, 2025
Share your priorities and challenges by completing MSU’s 2025 Specialty Crop Weed Management Survey.