Category: Midwest
Understanding compost analysis and soil test differences
Knowing the differences between compost analysis and soil tests can optimize soil health and plant productivity. Explore the differences now.
MSU surveying Michigan apple growers on orchard “shock events”
MSU is surveying state apple growers to better understand how shock events impact the state’s apple production. Learn more about the survey.
Cattail Organics’ Katrina Becker plows her path
Katrina Becker is building community connections and a more just food system with Cattail Organics. Learn more about her successful labor of love.
Cucumber powerhouse tests organics
Organic cucumber trials are part of Hartung Brothers growing pickling cucumbers.
MSU Extension introduces strategic direction plan
After a year of listening and learning, Michigan State University Extension, the community outreach arm of the university, has released its newly completed 2024 Strategic Direction Plan.
2024 Farm Market Bus Tour stops unveiled
The Farm Market Bus Tour 2024 provides an in-depth experience that takes growers to five West Michigan farm markets.
New MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics director named
Plant diagnostic services continue at under the new direction of Jan Byrne, who holds a doctoral degree, following the planned retirement of Ray Hammerschmidt.
Michigan apple growers release official 2024-25 harvest crop size
The Michigan Apple Committee has released this year’s expected apple harvest size.
Michigan’s apple industry hosts grower social media summit
Michigan Apple recently hosted its “Handpicked” social media summit.
Wisconsin Cherry Board election results announced
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2024 Wisconsin Cherry Board election results.
Ohio Crop, Soil & Water Field Night scheduled
A Crop, Soil & Water Field Night is being hosted by Ohio State University (OSU).
Invasive insect detected in Michigan
Spotted lanternfly (SLF), an invasive pest, has been detected in a Michigan county.
MSU to host insect forum
Michigan State University’s Department of Entomology is planning an insect symposium.
MSU grape spring meeting includes organic talk
Organic vineyard conversion is part of Michigan State University Extension’s (MSU) grape spring kick-off meeting.
Michigan Fruit Management Guide released
Michigan State University (MSU) Extension has released its latest Michigan Fruit Management Guide.