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Michigan vegetable crop report – August 19, 2026

Published on August 20, 2026
Disease pressure is increasing in some crops. Whitefly and spider mites pressure remains high while corn earworm pressure was also high in west-central locations.
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.
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 12, 2026

Published on August 13, 2026
Melon, watermelon and sweet corn harvests are in full swing, with processing tomatoes close behind. Dry conditions are increasing pest pressure, while cucurbit downy mildew nears Michigan and vegetable diseases remain a concern.
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.
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 5, 2026

Published on August 6, 2026
Warm, dry weather continues as summer harvest expands.
Michigan vegetable crop report – July 29, 2026

Published on July 29, 2026
Warm, dry weather continues as summer harvest expands.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 29, 2026

Published on July 29, 2026
Concise, research-based updates on weather trends, vine development, pest pressure and disease risk.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 29, 2026

Published on July 29, 2026
Cooler weather and a steady breeze bring improved field conditions. Blueberry, raspberry and peach harvest continues while the first apple harvests remain a few weeks away.
Michigan vegetable crop report – July 22, 2026

Published on July 22, 2026
The smoke is gone, revealing sunny skies and progressing crops with summer opportunities and challenges.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 15, 2026

Published on July 17, 2026
Concise, research-based updates on weather trends, vine development, pest pressure and disease risk.