• East central Michigan field crops regional report – September 5, 2013

  Published on September 5, 2013
  Crop conditions continue to be variable throughout the region. Early planted crops are nearing maturity. Late planted crops have a long way to go.

• Southwest Michigan vegetable update – Sept. 5, 2018

  Published on September 5, 2018
  Producers are having difficulty controlling late season diseases.

• East Central Michigan field crop regional report – April 24, 2014

  Published on April 24, 2014
  The cool weather and damp soils are delaying field work throughout the east central region.

• Ten signs of a warming world

  Published on March 28, 2013
  We hear a great deal about climate change, but what clear evidence demonstrates such change?

• Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – July 16, 2013

  Published on July 16, 2013
  Hot weather moves into the northwest region just in time for cherry harvest.

• Using models to predict fusarium head blight and DON levels in wheat

  Published on April 4, 2006
  As mentioned elsewhere in this issue of the Field Crop CAT Alert (see Folicur Fungicide for Wheat Head Scab) a fungicide application must be timely to be effective.

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  Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 7, 2022

  Published on June 7, 2022
  The region received significant much needed rain, and all tree fruit have sized considerably in the last week.

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  Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 17, 2022

  Published on May 17, 2022
  With the recent hot weather, we blew through sweet cherry bloom, and many farms are in tart cherry bloom or at early petal fall; apples are also opening but will slow with the cooler temperatures in the forecast.

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  Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 29, 2025

  Published on April 29, 2025
  Weather has been cool this spring, but the two warm days have moved trees out of dormancy to visible green tissue.

• Water Quality and Ecosystem Management: A Catchment Planning Approach

  Published on January 31, 2012
  This project on river restoration stems from a spring 2011 assessment of the Gomti River, which begins in northern India and flows over 900 km to the southeast where it joins the river Ganga

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  Small swine farm management of pigs in spring and summer

  Published on March 14, 2024
  Helpful tips to keep your swine herd healthy in the spring and summer seasons.

• West central Michigan small fruit update – July 25 2017

  Published on July 25, 2017
  Blueberry harvest is in full swing in all counties. Fruit is of excellent quality and flavor, but pay attention to spotted wing Drosophila management recommendations.

• Regional reports on Michigan vegetables – May 16, 2012

  Published on May 16, 2012
  MSU Extension educators’ pest and vegetable updates for Michigan.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 5, 2020

  Published on May 5, 2020
  A warm weekend moved tree fruit quickly along. Cherries, peaches, pears and plums are blooming.

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  East Michigan vegetable update — Aug. 2, 2017

  Published on August 2, 2017
  Harvest of most crops is fully underway, while growers are finishing up last plantings of fall-harvested cole crops.

• Turfgrass establishment following a hot, dry summer

  Published on August 22, 2012
  Following the summer of 2012, many turfgrass areas and lawns may need to be over-seeded to fill in damaged or dead areas.

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  Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update — April 26, 2018

  Published on April 26, 2018
  Growers in urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoophouses and market gardens are prepping for planting during the warmer and dryer weather this week.

• Michigan's Thumb area field crop update – May 4, 2017

  Published on May 4, 2017
  Wet weather continues to hold up planting.

• Southwest Michigan Fruit Report – Aug. 13, 2013

  Published on August 13, 2013
  Peach and blueberry harvest still underway. SWD numbers continue to rise.

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  Michigan grape scouting report – June 28, 2023

  Published on June 29, 2023
  Get the latest insights on grape growth in Michigan. Explore vine development, canopy management, and potential concerns like drought and smoke. Stay informed about disease and insect issues. Essential for grape growers and viticulture enthusiasts.