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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.
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.
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.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 4, 2024

Published on September 5, 2024
Third apple maturity report for the Grand Rapids region.
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 4, 2024

Published on September 4, 2024
Very warm weather over the past week and earlier in the season has been pushing along fruit ripening.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 4, 2024

Published on September 4, 2024
Apple harvest moves into Honeycrisp. Cold-hardy wine grapes are at peak harvest.
Fall harvest safety tips

Published on September 3, 2024
Some common sense tips can help prevent injuries on the farm during harvest season.
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – August 29, 2024

Published on August 29, 2024
Apples are maturing early this year, and growers are picking Premier Honeycrisp now.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – August 29, 2024

Published on August 29, 2024
Second apple maturity report and integrated pest management updates.