Resources

A Moving Green Laser Reduces Bird Damage to Grapes in a Michigan Vineyard

Published on September 8, 2026
Three years of field observations from a Northwest Michigan wine-grape vineyard.
Lampshade Traps for Spotted Lanternfly - Materials List

Published on August 31, 2026
Options for acquiring lampshade trap materials for spotted lanternfly. Similar products are also available from local vendors and online retailers.
Lampshade Traps for Spotted Lanternfly

Published on August 31, 2026
How to concentrate SLF egg masses for detection, monitoring or removal.
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.
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.
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.
Irrigation Scheduling Tools

Published on June 2, 2025
Irrigation scheduling provides information on the timing and amount of water to apply to meet crop needs.
Let's Grow Grapes: Michigan 4-H Viticulture Facilitator Guide

Published on February 26, 2025
This 4-H curriculum is designed to create an interest in the grape and wine industry. Participants will explore grape growing, the products produced with grapes as well the careers related to this “growing” industry.
Let's Grow Grapes: Michigan 4-H Viticulture Participant Notebook

Published on February 26, 2025
This 4-H curriculum is designed to create an interest in the grape and wine industry. Participants will explore grape growing, the products produced with grapes as well the careers related to this “growing” industry.
Spotted Lanternfly – A Guide for Homeowners and Residents in Michigan

Published on September 17, 2024
A guide for Michigan homeowners and residents on spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that has become established in several U.S. states including Michigan.