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Integrated Strategies for Management of Spotted Wing Drosophila in Organic Small Fruit Production
Published on December 13, 2016
Cultural, biological and chemical control of spotted wing Drosophila in organic small fruit crops. -
Management Recommendations for Spotted Wing Drosophila in Organic Berry Crops
Published on May 1, 2018
Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is an important insect pest of berry crops, including blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, and cherries. SWD is native to Asia and was first detected in the mainland United States in California in 2008. -
2011 ORGANIC BLUEBERRY INSECT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM INCORPORATING SWD CONTROL
Published on May 1, 2011
The detection of spotted wing Drosophila (SWD) in Michigan last year highlights the changing nature of pest management and the need to remain aware and prepared for new challenges. -
Pandemic Preparedness Plans and CHAMP Lite Tool
Published on August 26, 2020
Important information and resources for agriculture operations developing pandemic prepardness plans and implementing mitigation strategies that reduce exposure risks to COVID-19. -
SWD Management Recommendations for Michigan Blueberry (English)
Published on June 1, 2015
The spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is an invasive pest of berries, stone fruit, grapes, and some pome fruit crops. It is native to Asia but was detected in North America for the first time in California during 2008. -
SWD Management Recommendations for Michigan Blueberry (Spanish)
Published on June 1, 2015
La Drosófila de las alas manchadas (Drosophila suzukii Marsumura) (SWD) es una plaga invasora que ataca las frutillas (berries), las uvas, las frutas de hueso y algunas pomaceas. -
Farmland Use in Michigan
Published on June 30, 2023
This brief analysis considers land use in the State of Michigan. The primary focus is on farmland and the different crops that are supported on that land. -
Avoidance and Management of Nematode Problems in Tree Fruit Production in Michigan
Published on November 23, 2015
Michigan apple, cherry, and peach orchards that have previously produced profitable yields may not support adequate tree growth when replanted. -
Integrated Pest Management Scouting in Perennial Agricultural Crops
Published on November 23, 2015
Scouting and monitoring for pests is a critical step in quantifying potential damage that can be caused by a pest and aids in determining if intervention to control the pest is warranted. -
Sampling berries for spotted wing drosophila larvae
Published on June 20, 2013
This document describes the different methods for sampling berries for spotted wing drosophila. -
Spotted Lanternfly: A Colorful Cause for Concern
Published on November 30, 2020
Learn how to identify spotted lanternfly and take steps to slow its spread. -
Plant Tissue Sampling to Determine Fruit Fertilizer Needs
Published on January 29, 2016
The nutritional health of orchard crops, grapes, and blueberries is best assessed by measuring the concentrations of nutrients in plant parts. -
Spotted Wing Drosophila: A New Invasive Pest of Michigan Fruit Crops
Published on November 6, 2015
The Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD) is a small vinegar fly with the potential to damage many fruit crops. -
East Michigan fruit update – April 14, 2020
Published on April 14, 2020
Cold temperatures over the last week have slowed growth of flower and leaf buds in all fruit crops. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – August 2, 2016
Published on August 2, 2016
Veraison is starting in grapes. Many late-season pests are flying. Blueberry, peach and plum harvest continues. -
East Michigan fruit update – April 9, 2019
Published on April 9, 2019
There’s been good amount of growth of our fruit crops in the last few days, with a few crops showing the first signs of early green tip. The sod in orchards is starting to green up. -
Improved degree-day maps on Enviroweather
Published on April 19, 2017
New maps provide more accurate and extensive growing degree-day information to users making pest and crop decisions. -
Grand Rapids, Mich., area small fruit regional report – May 28, 2013
Published on May 28, 2013
Despite low temperatures and localized patchy frosts around Grand Rapids, Mich., berry crops continue progressing with excellent fruit set in blueberries and strawberries. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 23, 2019
Published on July 23, 2019
Spotted wing Drosophila numbers jumped in the last week. Almost all our traps are catching flies in the double digits. Protect berries now. -
Northwest Michigan saskatoon berry farm tour June 7
Published on May 22, 2014
Learn about this new fruit crop on Saturday, June 7, 2014, by touring saskatoon berry farms in Northwest Michigan.