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West central Michigan small fruit update – July 10, 2024

Published on July 11, 2024
Michigan’s blueberry harvest is in full swing with early varieties already hitting the market. Significant issues are the early arrival of spotted wing Drosophila and Anthracnose fruit rot.
Pre-college programs broaden horizons and create a college-going culture

Published on July 11, 2024
Pre-college programs serve an important purpose for postsecondary institutions and communities by offering K-12 students opportunities to prepare academically and socially for higher education.
Modeling Contamination of Peaches from Food Contact Surfaces during Simulated Dry Postharvest Handling

Published on July 11, 2024
This study aimed to develop a model for assessing factors that contribute to microbial contamination of peaches during a simulated dry-handling scenario using Monte Carlo simulation (@RISK, Palisade).
Michigan vegetable crop report – July 10, 2024

Published on July 10, 2024
Disease pressure is ramping up and more “diseasey” weather is ahead of us this week.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 10, 2024

Published on July 10, 2024
Stay informed and ahead of the curve with the latest vineyard updates and best practices in our comprehensive report. Enhance your grape growing success by leveraging expert insights on vine growth, disease management and innovative tools.
Factors Affecting Salmonella Inactivation on Apples During Hot Air Drying

Published on July 10, 2024
Evaluate the effects of temperature, airflow, and bed-depth on Salmonella inactivation during apple drying.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update –July 9, 2024

Published on July 9, 2024
Peach harvest is underway in the area.
Digging deeper into jail garden programs

Published on July 9, 2024
Considerations for establishing a meaningful initiative.
ABM Senior Mackenzie Strong is Spending Her Summer as a Row Crop Production Intern with Bayer

Published on July 9, 2024
Mackenzie Strong is working with Bayer Crop Sciences for the summer in Fargo, North Dakota as a row crop production intern.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 9, 2024

Published on July 9, 2024
More hot, humid weather incoming.