Midwest

Wanted: Information about insect pests in Midwest hazelnuts

University of Minnesota is asking for grower feedback on pest management in hazelnut. more »

14th Annual Upper Midwest Hazelnut Growers Conference registration open

Speakers and presentations will cover a range of topics, including hazelnut genetics, infrared drying, new cultivars, cost share, pest and disease issues, branding and more. more »

Missourians want to bring more attention to native black walnuts

A Midwest walnut huller processes about 20 million pounds annually from people who bring in black walnuts they've collected, shining a spotlight on Missouri's native nut. more »

Upper Midwest Hazelnut celebrates 15 years

Starting a new crop and industry from scratch is no small feat, but ongoing collaborations have continued to move this initiative forward. more »

UMHDI hosts 1st Annual ​Wisconsin Hazelnut Week

All events are free and open to the public and will feature field tours and topics on production. more »

UMHDI conducting insect pest survey

Upper Midwest Hazelnut Initiative is asking growers to share their insect pest situation with University of Minnesota to better understand pest pressures. more »

Grant aims to boost Wisconsin’s hazelnut industry

Hazelnuts grow wild on thousands of acres in Wisconsin, and grants are helping to grow what looks like a promising market. more »

Research sheds light on Asian chestnut gall wasp in Michigan

Discovered in 2015 in Michigan, North America's largest commercial chestnut producer, this majorly invasive pest also affects chestnut trees in Japan, Korea and Europe. more »