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Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 11, 2024

Published on September 11, 2024
Apple harvesting in southwest Michigan is moving rapidly.
Seasonal temperatures, fruit development and storability: How does 2024 compare to the previous 17 years?

Published on September 9, 2024
Field temperatures affect fruit condition and storability. Look back at seasonal temperatures across Michigan and what it means for Gala fruit development.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – September 6, 2024

Published on September 6, 2024
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 4, 2024

Published on September 5, 2024
Gala and September Wonder Fuji harvest has begun in the west central region. Honeycrisp are mature, and red color development has greatly improved since last week.
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 4, 2024

Published on September 5, 2024
All apple varieties tested this week are moving toward maturity. The weather is looking good for color development.