News

User-friendly Apple COP spreadsheet is now available

Published on November 12, 2026
This new spreadsheet allows growers to directly input their farm information to create apple orchard production budgets.
Pre-register for the 2027 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show

Published on November 9, 2026
Growers are encouraged to attend this two-day, premier educational program on Jan. 12-13 to discuss important issues for the Michigan fruit industry.
Pesticide applicator review, certification testing and recertification credits offered in West Olive

Published on November 2, 2026
Michigan State University Extension and MDARD will host a restricted use pesticide review and testing on November 19 in Ottawa County.
Navigating pesticide certification and recertification in Michigan

Published on October 30, 2026
Everything applicators need to know about exams, credentials, training resources and continuing education requirements.
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and MDARD testing for winter 2026 through spring 2027

Published on October 30, 2026
Learn essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core review sessions with MDARD testing.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on October 23, 2026
To raise awareness of pesticides currently impacted by the new EPA Bulletins Live! Two pesticide label directive, Michigan State University Extension will be generating a Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report twice a month.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – October 14, 2026

Published on October 15, 2026
This will be the final statewide apple maturity report for 2026.
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – October 14, 2026

Published on October 15, 2026
Apple harvest is wrapping up in southwest Michigan. This will be the final maturity report of the season.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – October 14, 2026

Published on October 15, 2026
Late-season apple varieties will be harvested soon.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 14, 2026

Published on October 15, 2026
Ambrosia, Fuji, and Evercrisp are being harvested.