News

The evolution of Michigan viticulture and pruning systems

Published on May 2, 2025
Expanding the relevance: Guyot pruning in other cool-climate regions.
MDARD in-person core review and testing offered in Oakland County on May 28

Published on May 1, 2025
Participants will review the core manual and take the pesticide applicator test. Private and commercial core, fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available. Participants can receive four core RUP credits.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 29, 2025

Published on April 30, 2025
Apple, pear, peach and cherry bloom is starting.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 29, 2025

Published on April 29, 2025
Bloom is coming (and in many cases, it is already here).
Upcoming webinar will provide instructions on using the new Bulletins Live! Two system

Published on April 28, 2025
This webinar, held May 22, will provide the essential information fruit growers need to be compliant with the new label requirements from EPA.
Fruit growers need to be aware of significant pesticide label changes

Published on April 25, 2025
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.
Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of

Published on April 25, 2025
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 22, 2025

Published on April 22, 2025
The region is seeing warm weather and bud movement.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 22, 2025

Published on April 22, 2025
Plants are moving. The end of the week is going to be warm.
Guidelines to assist growers with the H-2A program and immigration preparedness on the farm: Part 2

Published on April 18, 2025
Information to help community members and growers understand the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Workers program and steps for worker safety.