Resources
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Video tutorials on using pheromone traps to monitor corn ear worm in sweet corn
Published on March 7, 2017
Trapping this migratory moth takes the guesswork out of timing protective sprays, saving money and keeping corn worm-free. -
Vegetable Production: Impacting Michigan's Vegetable Industry
Published on December 22, 2016
The state’s climate and soils make it possible to grow vegetables in every county; however, commercial production is in specific areas that have a long history of fresh or processing production. -
Vegetable Production: Programs to Strengthen Michigan’s Vegetable Industry
Published on December 22, 2016
MSU Extension vegetable educators provide research-based crop management strategies and education based on the needs of Michigan’s vegetable growers. -
Diseases and Insects in Michigan Cucurbits and their Management
Published on October 20, 2016
This bulletin describes the multiple diseases that affect cucurbit crops. -
Onions: Commercial Vegetable Recommendations
Published on September 26, 2016
The average yield of U.S. No. l pungent yellow onions in Michigan is 16.5 tons (660 50-lb bags) per acre. With irrigation and good cultural practices, it is possible to obtain marketable yields of 20 to 25 tons (800 to 1,000 50-lb bags) per acre. -
Costs and Returns for Producing Michigan Asparagus
Published on September 21, 2016
Michigan has ranked second or third nationally in asparagus production since the last cost of production study was conducted in 2009. In 2015, Michigan growers harvested 22 million pounds of asparagus from 8,900 acres valued at $19.7 million. -
Managing Soil Health for Root and Tuber Crops
Published on September 12, 2016
Soil health influences both yield and quality in root and tuber crops such as potato, sugar beet and carrot. -
Plant-Parasitic and Beneficial Nematode Distribution in Michigan Vegetable Soils
Published on April 25, 2016
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Tuber Soft Rot, Blackleg and Aerial Stem Rot
Published on April 15, 2016
This 4-page bulletin from MSU discusses the symptoms of each disease, depicted with full-color photos. The annual cycle of the diseases is both explained in the text as well as visually with a graphic and discusses management strategies. -
A Consumer’s Guide to Local Food Systems and Greenhouse Gases
Published on April 1, 2016
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