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Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Fruit is ripening in southwest Michigan.
West central Michigan small fruit update – July 9, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Blueberry harvest is underway in west central and southwest Michigan. Hand-harvest of early-season varieties like Duke started last week. Fruit quality and size are excellent.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Sweet cherry harvest will begin this week. Growers have been busy managing ripening fruit for American brown rot and spotted wing drosophila.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 9, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – July 9, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Tart cherry harvest has begun in west central Michigan.
MSU Extension and Newaygo County Conservation District partner to host Farm Field Day

Published on July 8, 2025
Attend the Newaygo County Farm Field Day on Aug. 19 to learn about pest management and scouting, irrigation, grazing management, and updates on NRCS funding opportunities and programs. RUP and CCA credits are available.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 8, 2025
Cherry and raspberry harvest continues while blueberries start.
Have you experienced barriers or challenges to accessing farmland? We want to know!

Published on July 7, 2025
Take part in a survey from a joint MIFarmLink-MSU Extension research project funded through a SARE grant.
Farm Bill Programs offer limited support for 2024 production year

Published on July 7, 2025
New data emerges on support provided by current Farm Bill programs.
Beginning Farmer Field Day held July 22 in west Michigan

Published on July 7, 2025
If you are new to farming or considering starting a farm, this field day is a great opportunity to learn and network.