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Overview of Lady Bird Deeds in Michigan

Published on June 8, 2026
Explore the use of a Lady Bird Deed for your estate.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 5, 2026

Published on June 8, 2026
Fruitlets are rapidly growing with hot weather this week in the west central region.
Don't trust the calendar: Why trapping matters during unusual weather

Published on June 5, 2026
With highly variable spring weather and cool nights, pest activity is not following predictable patterns, underscoring the importance of scouting.
Bringing in a community context for regenerative agriculture: Connecting farms and lakes

Published on June 4, 2026
While regenerative practices aim to improve soil, water, nutrient cycling and biodiversity—and strengthen farmer and community well-being—they also come with challenges. Learn key insights on how to navigate and implement these different principles.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – June 2, 2026

Published on June 3, 2026
Strawberry harvest is starting soon and blueberry bloom is still going.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 2, 2026

Published on June 3, 2026
Cherry and apple bloom is over, and the cherries that are coming are sizing. Growers are thinning apples with the warm conditions in the forecast.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 2, 2026

Published on June 3, 2026
Much-needed rain expected this weekend!
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.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on June 2, 2026
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.
Presenting MI Farm Link: Connecting Farmers to Farmland recording now available for viewing online

Published on June 1, 2026
Watch the recorded webinar to learn more about MIFarmLink’s website and resources.