Late Blight outbreaks discovered in NE Michigan

Late blight outbreaks have been reported in Sagniaw and Tuscola counties. In Saginaw county, a single outbreak was reported in a field near Birch Run. Multiple outbreaks have been reported in Tuscola county. With the recent thunder storms and heavy rains that have swept across the state in recent days it is important to be extra vigilant when scouting fields for late blight. Particular attention should be paid to pivot tracks and other such lanes created by farm machinery. For further information on measures that should be taken when late blight is observed refer to the Late Blight extension bulletin.