News
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New box tree moth alert for Michigan homeowners and residents
Published on August 25, 2025
This updated alert provides an overview of box tree moth to help residents prepare as this invasive insect continues to spread in Michigan. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 19, 2025
Published on August 21, 2025
Red Haven harvest, early apples and veraison in grapes. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 21, 2025
Published on August 21, 2025
Seed fill continued in corn and soybeans. Watch for late-season foliar diseases and insect defoliators. -
Wheat watchers 2025 harvest report
Published on August 21, 2025
Wrap up of the 2025 wheat growing season in Michigan. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 20, 2025
Published on August 21, 2025
Warm, dry weather increased crop growth but rainfall deficits remain. Asparagus rust is spreading, cucurbits face spider mites and mildew, cabbage looper is active in brassicas, and corn earworm pressure is high in west central sweet corn.