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West central Michigan small fruit report – April 23, 2024
Published on April 24, 2024
The blueberry bloom period just started in west Michigan but weather conditions still possess some risk of spring frost damage. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – April 24, 2024
Published on April 24, 2024
This is the first weekly report of the 2024 season. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 23, 2024
Published on April 23, 2024
Warm weather is needed to help set crops for the many fruit types now in bloom in southwest Michigan. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update - April 23, 2024
Published on April 23, 2024
Bloom is coming in the Grand Rapids region. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 23, 2024
Published on April 23, 2024
With the start of apple bloom, keep pollinator stewardship in mind and watch out for potential frost. -
Pesticide applicator certification in-person review and core testing in Centreville on May 13
Published on April 23, 2024
A mandatory core review will precede the pesticide applicator certification testing. Private and commercial core and the fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 23, 2024
Published on April 23, 2024
First white is starting to show on sweet cherries. Tart cherries are in bud burst. Weather forecasts are concerning, with cold overnight temperatures predicted for the next two nights. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 23, 2024
Published on April 23, 2024
With a mix of warm and cool conditions, tree phenology has advanced slowly. Peaches are in bloom and sweet cherry bloom has begun in the region. -
Yikes! Yellow trees? What’s going on here?
Published on April 19, 2024
Soil testing is often the key to diagnosing (and solving) the problem of yellow needles. -
Register today for the MSU Chestnut Chat 2024 Summer Series
Published on April 18, 2024
You’re invited to join the Michigan chestnut community for in-season discussions about commercial chestnut production.