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Michigan hop pest report – August 13, 2026

Published on August 14, 2026
Hopyards remain in a critical disease control period as cones develop.
Michigan chestnut crop report – August 13, 2026

Published on August 14, 2026
Continue to scout carefully and prepare for tissue testing as terminal growth slows.
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 hop crop report – August 13, 2026

Published on August 13, 2026
Hop growers are preparing for harvest.
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.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 13, 2026

Published on August 13, 2026
Seed and kernel fill are progressing in corn and soybeans. Late blight discovered in St. Joseph County.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 11, 2026

Published on August 12, 2026
Red Haven harvest continues and brown marmorated stink bugs are emerging.
Insect friend or foe? Soft black beetle with rounded red and black hood

Published on August 12, 2026
Fireflies are easily recognizable at night, but they may be less familiar on crops. Are they agricultural friends, foes or something in-between?
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.
Soybean Harvest Equipment Field Day to be held in Eaton County on September 15

Published on August 6, 2026
Soybean farmers looking to learn about getting their equipment ready for harvest and how to avoid header losses are invited to attend this annual event.