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Register for the Pesticide Core Review Training at GLEXPO 2026

Published on August 19, 2026
Registration is open for the Pesticide Core Review Training and MDARD RUP test, offered in English and Spanish, at the Great Lakes Expo on December 10. Participants can also earn RUP credits. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 18, 2026

Published on August 19, 2026
Blueberries are winding down while peach harvest continues.
The Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day returns to Michigan

Published on August 18, 2026
A full day tradeshow, weeding tool discussions and in-field demonstrations for managing weeds in row crops, vegetables and tree fruit with steep registration discounts for organic and organic-curious growers from Michigan, Illinois and Indiana.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on August 13, 2026
To raise awareness of pesticides currently impacted by the new EPA Bulletins Live! Two pesticide label directive, Michigan State University Extension will be generating a Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report twice a month.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 11, 2026

Published on August 12, 2026
Red Haven harvest continues and brown marmorated stink bugs are emerging.
Michigan grape scouting report – August 12, 2026

Published on August 12, 2026
Concise, research-based updates on weather trends, vine development, pest pressure and disease risk.
From knowledge to reputation: Building the future of Michigan wine

Published on August 11, 2026
A vision of research and innovation explains why Dirt to Glass matters and why Michigan must evaluate its research investments with scientific rigor, collaboration and foresight.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 4, 2026

Published on August 5, 2026
Red Haven harvest is starting, and brown marmorated stink bugs are emerging.
The Vineyard is the story: Michigan wine and the discipline of maturity

Published on August 3, 2026
A science-based framework for building Michigan wine identity through site suitability, cultivar discipline, vineyard data and regional technical culture.
Making every cluster count: Crop adjustment for Michigan wine grapes

Published on August 3, 2026
Cluster thinning for reliable ripening in Michigan vineyards.