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Save the date for the 2026 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show

Published on September 15, 2025
Growers are encouraged to attend this two-day, premier educational program on Jan. 13-14, 2026, to discuss important issues for the Michigan fruit industry.
Michigan grape scouting report – September 10, 2025

Published on September 11, 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.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 11, 2025

Published on September 11, 2025
Seed corn harvest continues, and storage potato harvest started. Commercial corn started to hit black layer.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 9, 2025

Published on September 10, 2025
Honeycrisp are being harvested.
Field crop fall weed control covered in final Virtual Breakfast session of 2025

Published on September 9, 2025
Is fall the perfect time to implement late-season weed control? Join the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series as we wrap up the final session of the year with a discussion of the benefits, challenges and considerations of fall weed control.
2025 American Bee Research Conference proceedings

Published on September 8, 2025
Conference presentation abstracts highlight current research and extension work on beekeeping and honey bee health topics. These presentations included research and extension program updates from Michigan State University.
Download free curricula for beginning farmers

Published on September 5, 2025
Teach practical farming skills through hands-on activities and participatory learning methods.
Fall harvest safety tips

Published on September 5, 2025
Some common sense tips can help prevent injuries on the farm during harvest season.
Michigan State University Extension seeks input from pesticide applicators and agribusiness on new EPA regulations

Published on September 4, 2025
Please complete this brief survey to assist MSU Extension in identifying needs related to pesticide label changes, Bulletins Live! Two and the Endangered Species Act.
Michigan vegetable crop report – September 3, 2025

Published on September 4, 2025
Cooler weather slowed crop growth as pumpkin harvest begins, with reports of disease and pest pressure in carrots, brassicas and sweet corn. This is the final Michigan vegetable crop report of the season.