Category: Midwest
Tour stops revealed for Farm Market Bus Tour 2024
The Farm Market Bus Tour 2024 provides an in-depth experience that takes growers to five West Michigan farm markets.
Michigan ends apple queen program
The Michigan Apple Committee (MAC) is ending its apple queen program and replacing it with a scholarship system for men as well as women who are strongly connected to the Wolverine State’s apple industry.
Michigan State University Controlled Atmospheric Storage Clinic offered discussion on apple storage disorders, best practices
Postharvest physiology experts focused on apple storage disorders and best practices during MSU’s Controlled Atmospheric Storage Clinic.
Michael Salisbury, Michigan ag economics figure, dies
Michael Salisbury, a prominent figure in Michigan agricultural economics, has died.
MSU hosts global food safety experts
At Michigan State University’s recent (MSU) Global Food Safety Symposium, global authorities in food safety innovation, research and policy discussed issues and topics related to food safety and food security.
Michigan apple growers to harvest 31 million bushels in 2024
This year’s Michigan apple harvest is expected to be smaller than last year’s, but still ahead of the typical crop.
MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics names new director
Jan Byrne has been promoted to lead Michigan State University’s (MSU) Plant & Pest Diagnostics department.
Grants for farmers: Part 1: Grant listings
Listings of grants available to farmers from the USDA, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and others.
Ohio State University hosts Berry Field Night for experienced and novice growers
Ohio State University South Centers will host the Ohio Berry Field Night to provide growers with insights into advanced production techniques.
Grand Rapids tree fruit update from MSU
MSU’s tree fruit update states cooler temperatures in the Grand Rapids region this week are aiding fruit reddening.
Michigan Apple hosts 2nd “Handpicked” social media summit
The Michigan Apple Committee recently hosted its second annual Handpicked Social Media Summit.
Wisconsin Cherry Board election results released
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2024 Wisconsin Cherry Board election results.
Central State University to recruit farmers for $5M USDA Climate-Smart Initiative
Central State University is seeking 20 farmers from Ohio and southeastern Michigan to join its USDA-funded Climate-Smart Commodities Program.
Invasive spotted lanternfly confirmed in Michigan
The invasive spotted lanternfly has been found in a Michigan county.
OSU South Centers to host Crop, Soil & Water Field Night on July 25
Drones and inputs will be part of a Crop, Soil & Water Field Night to be hosted by Ohio State University (OSU).
MSU to host 2024 preharvest blueberry Extension twilight meeting
The Michigan State University blueberry team is inviting blueberry growers to attend this year’s preharvest blueberry Extension twilight meeting.
Michigan Apples taps marketing agency for consumer marketing
The Michigan Apple Committee has hired a marketing agency to promote the state’s apples.
Apple storage continues to rise
Apple holdings for June have increased, up 32% to 38% across fresh and processed channels.
Ohio Grape Industries Committee launches Vineyard Expansion Assistance Program
The Ohio Grape Industries Committee has introduced the Vineyard Expansion Assistance Program (VEAP) to bolster grape production in Ohio.