Resources

Insect and Disease IPM Scouting Guide for Michigan Apples

Published on January 22, 2026
This guide is intended to help growers and crop consultants identify the source of damage, pests, diseases and beneficial insects important to Michigan apples.
Michigan Chestnut Cost of Production, 2025

Published on January 13, 2026
This bulletin examines Michigan chestnut production, highlighting establishment costs, operating and harvest costs, and projected revenues for different yields. It also compares hand and machine harvest systems and their profitability.
Building Climate Resilience in Vineyards: Carbon Sequestration as a Tool for Sustainable Winegrowing

Published on December 19, 2025
This fact sheet provides Michigan grape growers with practical, research-based strategies to strengthen vineyard resilience by building soil carbon.
The Blueberry Maggot

Published on December 16, 2025
Learn how to identify, monitor and control the blueberry maggot, one of the main blueberry pests of economic importance in Michigan.
Michigan Fruit Management Guide 2026

Published on December 15, 2025
This publication is a guide in assisting fruit growers in the selection of pest control tools for the coming growing season.
Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide

Published on December 8, 2025
Beginning Farmer Resource & Decision-Making Guide main page
Farm Records Book for Management spreadsheet

Published on November 28, 2025
The Farm Records Book for Management spreadsheet is a tool designed to help farmers get a better understanding of their financial situation.
Farm Records Book for Management

Published on November 28, 2025
The Farm Records Book for Management is a tool designed specifically for paper-and-pen bookkeepers but it can also help spreadsheet or software users get a better understanding of their financial situation.
Recordkeeping System for Crop Production

Published on October 27, 2025
A system for keeping records for pesticide application, nutrient application, manure application, animal burial and composting, irrigation and employee training.
Respiratory Protection Requirements in Agriculture – Guidance & Resources

Published on October 1, 2025
A practical guide for agricultural producers on complying with EPA, MDARD, MIOSHA and OSHA standards to ensure safe respirator use and worker protection. An accessible format for visually impaired users is also available.