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  End of season cornstalk nitrate test in a drought year

  Published on September 12, 2018
  The end of season cornstalk test is a useful diagnostic tool that provides an overall assessment of nitrogen fertilizer practices. The test has to be interpreted with caution in a drought year.

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  Christmas tree update – June 20, 2023

  Published on June 20, 2023
  Drought conditions persist over the majority of Michigan.

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  Drought and high temperature impact on wheat yields in Michigan

  Published on June 7, 2023
  The recent dry spell and high temperatures has growers and agronomists asking how this will impact wheat yields. Here is an overall summary of conditions and links to resources.

• Sooty blotch and flyspeck disease of apple and pear – The newest addition to Enviro-weather

  Published on June 17, 2008
  

• Humid weather increases Botrytis gray mold pressure in fall raspberries

  Published on September 3, 2014
  Botrytis gray mold is common in fall raspberries. Alternate fungicides with different modes of action and add protectants to the tank-mix.

• Regional reports on Michigan fruit – May 1, 2012

  Published on May 1, 2012
  MSU Extension educators’ pest and fruit updates for Michigan.

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  Southwest Michigan field crop update – May 14, 2020

  Published on May 14, 2020
  Cold weather appears to be behind us with warmer temperatures predicted for the rest of May. Now is the time to scout and determine the extent of injury that may have occurred during the recent freeze event.

• Plant Identification Field Technicians

  Hiring Organization: Department of Forestry
  Employment type: Seasonal
  Application Due Date: May 15, 2023
  

• Forest Ecology -Silviculture-Field Technicians

  Hiring Organization: Department of Forestry
  Employment type: Seasonal
  Application Due Date: May 15, 2023
  

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 26, 2020

  Published on May 26, 2020
  A warm week brings rapid plant development and lots of insect activity. Wet conditions this week could cause disease infections.

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  Southeast Michigan vegetable update — May 23, 2018

  Published on May 23, 2018
  Drier and warmer weather is on deck, keep an eye out for insect damage.

• Rainy spring weather may lead to more leaf spot pathogens in the nursery

  Published on May 31, 2013
  Above normal rainfall across west Michigan reminds nursery growers to scout for bacterial and fungal leaf spots on nursery stock. Learn the symptoms and management strategies for both pathogens.

• Gardener/Maintenance Assistant (Full-time)

  Employment type: Full-Time
  Application Due Date: September 30, 2025
  

• Greenhouse disease update for Botrytis blight

  Published on April 1, 2010
  

• Cherry leaf spot: Get an early start on protection before the fungus gets started on infection

  Published on May 14, 2013
  It’s critical to protect tart cherry trees early in the season from cherry leaf spot infection. Protection at the bract leaf stage with chlorothalonil will get your control season off to an excellent start.

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  Reduce weather-related risks in fruit production with high tunnels

  Published on May 7, 2018
  Growers are able to diversify the production of high-value fruit by using high tunnels.

• The 2009 season tree fruit diseases

  Published on September 22, 2009
  

• Irrigating Michigan blueberries

  Published on July 10, 2012
  Irrigated and unirrigated blueberries are showing signs of heat and drought stress.

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  Top four strategies for keeping your 4-H animal projects healthy in cold weather

  Published on December 8, 2020
  Use these four steps to help keep your 4-H animals healthy during the long Michigan winters.

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  Shielding grazing dairy cows from heat stress: effective strategies for farm management and cow welfare

  Published on June 22, 2023
  Prioritizing shade, ample water access, and thoughtful management practices are crucial for protecting grazing dairy cows from heat stress, promoting their well-being and productivity during hot summer periods.