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Watering strategies to keep a garden productive 

Published on June 26, 2025
Keeping a garden properly irrigated requires knowing how much water to use and the right way to water.
Downy mildew confirmed on cucumbers in four Michigan counties

Published on June 26, 2025
Michigan State University Extension urgers growers to implement an aggressive fungicide program immediately.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – June 26, 2025

Published on June 26, 2025
Corn and soybean growth accelerated with the heat. Wheat continued to ripen, and second cuttings of alfalfa started late last week.
Michigan chestnut crop report – June 26, 2025

Published on June 26, 2025
Black stem borer is still active. Asian chestnut gall wasp emergence is imminent in infested orchards in southern Michigan.
Strawberry root rot fact sheet now available

Published on June 25, 2025
Strawberry black root rot is a disease complex on perennial strawberries and managing it can be difficult. Following these strategies may help mitigate it in your fields.
Best practices for collecting water samples for PFAS analysis

Published on June 25, 2025
Beginning in April 2018, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) implemented a statewide survey to test Michigan's public water supplies across several phases of sampling.
Southeast Michigan fruit update- June 25, 2025

Published on June 25, 2025
The start of cherry harvest is underway, accompanied by hot and humid conditions.
Michigan grape scouting report – June 25, 2025

Published on June 25, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 25, 2025

Published on June 25, 2025
Vegetable growers are persevering in their work despite the heat wave.
Controlling external parasites on cattle

Published on June 25, 2025
Consult with your veterinarian to develop a systemic plan for the responsible control of external parasites such as ticks, flies and lice in your cattle herd.