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Checking for fruitworms can help guide decisions in blueberry IPM
Cherry fruitworm emergence has started in southwest Michigan, and the first cranberry fruitworm moths are also being caught in a few sites. This highl... READ MORE »
Luna fungicide labels changed for grapes and berry crops
The Luna series of fungicides by Bayer all have one active ingredient in common, fluopyram, which is a systemic fungicide belonging to the succinate d... READ MORE »
ReTain increases sweet cherry yields
In recent years, many growers have started to use ReTain in their sweet cherry blocks to increase fruit set and ultimately increase their yields. ReTa... READ MORE »
Options for European brown rot control in cherries
The fungal disease European brown rot, caused by Monilinia laxa, is a concern during bloom time in Michigan tart cherries because this pathogen can in... READ MORE »
Mummy berry germinates in Michigan blueberries
Mummy berry is caused by the fungus Monilinia vaccinii-corymbosi and is characterized by blighting of young shoots, which are referred to as “shoot ... READ MORE »
Miticide options for controlling mites in fruit
Mites can be significant pests of fruit crops. There are many miticides available for control of European red mites (ERM), twospotted spider mites (TS... READ MORE »
2016 fruit insecticide registration update
The following is a review of insecticide and miticide label changes and restrictions to the Michigan State University Extension Bulletin E0154, “20... READ MORE »
Tree fruit commission pinpoints early funding strategies
Maintaining infrastructure needs at the state’s agricultural research stations has proven to be the funding priority of the Michigan Tree Fr... READ MORE »
SWMREC to host Spring Kick-Off Meeting for grape growers
Berrien County Michigan State University Extension announced the first of several in-season Integrated Pest Management meetings for grape growers. T... READ MORE »
2016 Blueberry Kickoff Meeting set for March 21
Michigan State University Extension blueberry team’s annual Blueberry Kickoff Meeting will be March 21, at the MSU Trevor Nichols Research Center. ... READ MORE »
