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The 2026 Montcalm County Potato Field Day will feature a balance of education, fun and industry camaraderie

Published on July 8, 2026
MSU Extension and Michigan Potato Industry Commission will host the potato field day on August 6 at the Montcalm Research Center. Two RUP credits are available.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 7, 2026

Published on July 8, 2026
Blueberry and raspberry harvest continues.
A midsummer night’s pest: Western bean cutworm

Published on July 8, 2026
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 16 will feature management considerations for western bean cutworm and other mid- to late-season insect pests. One RUP/CCA credit is available.
MSU Extension releases new course on sustainable Christmas tree production

Published on July 8, 2026
This online, self-paced course teaches all aspects of Christmas tree production, from planting to sale.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2026

Published on July 8, 2026
Summer cover programs, harvest transitions and second-generation insect activity shape this week’s orchard priorities.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – July 2, 2026

Published on July 6, 2026
Sweet cherries are being harvested across the region, and tart cherry harvest will start next week for some growers.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on July 6, 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.
Beyond honey bees: Seeking alternative pollinators

Published on July 2, 2026
Some plants require specialists to help in the pollination process
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 2, 2026

Published on July 2, 2026
Soybeans have reached flowering, corn growth progressed significantly in this week’s high heat and humidity, and wheat nears in harvest.
Wheat Watchers: Harvest has begun!

Published on July 2, 2026
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week.