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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.
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.
Attend the Michigan Water Quality Management Forum and Field Showcase at the Kellogg Biological Station

Published on August 11, 2026
This free, half-day event on August 26 features presentations on topics related to water quality and conservation as well as hands-on field demonstrations and tours.
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 5, 2026

Published on August 6, 2026
Warm, dry weather continues as summer harvest expands.
Tips for roller crimping cereal rye

Published on August 3, 2026
Want to roller crimp next spring? Start planning now.
Conservation field days coming up in the Western Lake Erie Basin

Published on July 30, 2026
Don’t miss these demos on tillage equipment, cover crop flyover, soil pit, manure spills and more in the Basin.
Why is downy mildew so late to arrive in Michigan? It will be here soon.

Published on July 29, 2026
Downy mildew disease was confirmed in cucumbers in Indiana.
Michigan vegetable crop report – July 29, 2026

Published on July 29, 2026
Warm, dry weather continues as summer harvest expands.
Can irrigation or rain clear wildfire smoke?

Published on July 27, 2026
Understanding water as a tool for clearing the air.
Michigan AgrAbility 2025 updates

Published on July 22, 2026
For farmers, injuries, chronic health conditions, disabilities and the effects of aging can make everyday tasks more difficult and increase the risk of further injury.