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Rooting the future: The untapped power of cover crops in Michigan vineyards

Published on July 14, 2025
Exploring the role of biodiversity, resilience and regenerative practices in Michigan's wine industry.
Michigan chestnut crop report – July 10, 2025

Published on July 14, 2025
Japanese beetle and rose chafer adults are out and active. Symptoms of wilt are being reported in some orchards.
National nut growers meeting offers Michigan producers great opportunity close to home in August

Published on July 14, 2025
The Chestnut Growers of America and Northern Nut Growers Association national conference will be held in Lansing from Aug. 3-6, 2025.
Strategies for Purchasing Farm Inputs Bulletin is now available

Published on July 11, 2025
New resource from MSU Extension’s DEMaND Series.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Sweet cherry harvest will begin this week. Growers have been busy managing ripening fruit for American brown rot and spotted wing drosophila.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 9, 2025

Published on July 9, 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.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Fruit is ripening in southwest Michigan.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – July 9, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Tart cherry harvest has begun in west central Michigan.
West central Michigan small fruit update – July 9, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Blueberry harvest is underway in west central and southwest Michigan. Hand-harvest of early-season varieties like Duke started last week. Fruit quality and size are excellent.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 8, 2025
Cherry and raspberry harvest continues while blueberries start.