News

Learn more about the USDA Value-Added Producer Grant program webinar in January 2025

Published on December 20, 2024
Find out if this grant opportunity is a fit for your value-added farm business.
Tree fruit sessions at the 2024 Great Lakes Expo

Published on November 22, 2024
Learn about integrated pest management, drones, cider and more this December at the Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market Expo.
EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan may impact pesticide applicators in Michigan

Published on November 11, 2024
Pesticide applicators may experience label changes aimed at protecting particularly vulnerable endangered species.
Weed management in fruit trees starts with fall herbicide application

Published on October 23, 2024
Fall is an important time to control woody perennials and application of preemergence herbicides in orchards.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 11, 2024
October is the prime time to collect and submit weed seeds for herbicide resistance screening.
New spotted lanternfly bulletin for Michigan homeowners and residents

Published on September 23, 2024
This bulletin provides an overview of spotted lanternfly to help residents prepare as this invasive insect spreads in Michigan.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 4, 2024

Published on September 4, 2024
Apple harvest moves into Honeycrisp. Cold-hardy wine grapes are at peak harvest.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 20, 2024

Published on August 21, 2024
Sunny days and cool nights ahead will help fruit to build sugar and develop skin color.
Grand Rapids tree fruit update – August 6, 2024

Published on August 6, 2024
Apple maturity and integrated pest management information.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 5, 2024

Published on August 6, 2024
More grape varieties hit veraison while Red Haven peach harvest and early apples continue.