Fruit & Nuts
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Bulletin E-3429 Introduction to Pesticide Use and Planning
Published on August 8, 2024
This publication explores the process of using chemical pest suppression (e.g., pesticides), including understanding their costs and impacts on farm revenue, and is intended to help you develop a pesticide plan for your farm. -
Grants for farmers – Part 1: Grant listings
Published on August 1, 2024
Listings of grants available to farmers from the USDA, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and others. -
Herramientas de programación de riego
Published on July 31, 2024
La programación de riego proporciona información acerca del momento y la cantidad de agua necesaria para satisfacer las necesidades del cultivo. -
Irrigation Scheduling Tools
Published on July 31, 2024
Irrigation scheduling provides information on the timing and amount of water to apply to meet crop needs. -
Registration open for MSU Extension Specialty Cut Flower Farm Tour
Published on July 31, 2024
Don’t miss your chance to explore stunning local cut flower farms, learn from experts, and meet fellow flower growers this summer. -
Finding financial success in uncertain times
Published on July 29, 2024
Revised online course available from MSU Extension -
Registration spots are still available for the 2024 Dirt to Glass Conference
Published on July 26, 2024
The upcoming Dirt to Glass Conference on Aug. 22-23 offers cutting-edge information and tools for grape growers and wine producers to elevate their expertise. -
Southwest Michigan small fruit update – July 24, 2024
Published on July 24, 2024
The weather is going to heat up through the week. -
The 35th annual Michigan Viticulture Field Day and inaugural Michigan Enology Experience are approaching
Published on July 23, 2024
Early bird registration has been extended to July 25! Don’t miss Michigan State University’s famous field day and steak dinner on July 31. We are now adding a second day just for the wine makers. -
Learn all about chestnuts at the Chestnut Harvest Picnic, August 17
Published on July 22, 2024
Join the Midwest Chestnut Producers Council and Michigan State University Extension for the annual Harvest Picnic. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 9, 2024
Published on July 9, 2024
More hot, humid weather incoming. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 25, 2024
Published on June 25, 2024
Harvest is harvesting! -
Harnessing the power of cover crops in fruit systems
Published on June 21, 2024
When people think cover crops, they don’t usually picture orchards or berry fields. But cover crops can have potential benefits in nearly all cropping systems. -
New prairie strip partial budget tool
Published on June 18, 2024
What does it cost to convert cropland to prairie strips? -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 18, 2024
Published on June 18, 2024
Hot weather means thirsty plants. -
Upcoming research projects from Michigan State University scientists that will support Michigan fruit industries
Published on June 17, 2024
This list highlights exciting new projects from the MSU fruit team. Although research results take time to be translated to new Extension recommendations, MSU scientists continue gathering meaningful data on primary problems facing Michigan growers. -
Helping Farm Families Transition their Farm Business to the Next Generation
Published on June 11, 2024
MSU Extension works to improve farm personal well-being and income, expand agriculture-related businesses and increase employment opportunities, leading to agriculture being one of the strongest industries within Michigan. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 11, 2024
Published on June 11, 2024
Some fruits are beginning to show color. -
Prairie Strip Partial Budget Tool
Published on June 10, 2024
This partial budget tool is an editable spreadsheet made to determine gains and losses from converting row crop areas to restored prairie. -
Budgeting for Prairie Strips
Published on June 10, 2024
This bulletin shows how to calculate where and how prairie strips can be a financial benefit to the farm operation.