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East Michigan fruit update – Aug. 14, 2018
Published on August 14, 2018
Most fruit growers from Flint northward through the Thumb received another inch of rain. Drought conditions continue for most growers to the south. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update - Aug. 6, 2018
Published on August 7, 2018
A hot dry week moves fruit and pests quickly. -
East Michigan fruit update – August 7, 2018
Published on August 7, 2018
Most fruit growers in the region have received much needed rain in the last week. Drought conditions still exist, but soil moisture needs are not as critical for many. -
Symposium on new grape cultivars for disease resistance and increased sustainability: Register Soon!
Published on August 3, 2018
Come hear international experts on these new cultivars. -
East Michigan fruit update – July 31, 2018
Published on July 31, 2018
Drought conditions persist across the region. We have seen a spike in spotted wing Drosophila infested fruit in the last few days in raspberries and blueberries. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 30, 2018
Published on July 31, 2018
A cool dry week allows harvests to move quickly. Expect an increase in insect activity. Summer fruit harvest continues. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila update – July 31, 2018
Published on July 31, 2018
Cooler weather means more SWD activity; blueberry and other berry crops must be protected against infestation. -
Northwest Michigan Horticulture Research Center annual open house set for Aug. 23
Published on July 26, 2018
Join us in Traverse City for wagon tours, wine grape and tree fruit sessions, equipment demonstrations and dinner. -
East Michigan fruit update – July 24, 2018
Published on July 24, 2018
Brown marmorated stink bug feeding injury on apples has been found at a few farms in the last few days, and spotted wing Drosophila trap catch has taken another big jump in raspberries and blueberries. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 24, 2018
Published on July 24, 2018
A wet weekend eases drought worries. Expect an increase in insect activity. Summer fruit harvest continues.