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Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 23, 2024

Published on April 23, 2024
Warm weather is needed to help set crops for the many fruit types now in bloom in southwest Michigan.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update - April 23, 2024

Published on April 23, 2024
Bloom is coming in the Grand Rapids region.
New Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program funds four projects

Published on April 22, 2024
Each project will be supported at roughly $1.25 million over three years.
Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of

Published on April 17, 2024
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 16, 2024

Published on April 16, 2024
Warm weather has rapidly advanced bud development this week. Peaches are beginning to bloom in the region.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 16, 2024

Published on April 16, 2024
This is the first fruit update of the season. Watch for frost this weekend.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 16, 2024

Published on April 16, 2024
Fruit crops are developing rapidly in southwest Michigan.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update - April 16, 2024

Published on April 16, 2024
Focus on primary apple scab control this week.
Manejo de los polinizadores durante la floración de los cultivos frutales

Published on April 16, 2024
Como las abejas llegan a las explotaciones frutícolas durante la floración, los agricultores pueden proteger a los polinizadores y minimizar la exposición a los pesticidas.
Pollinator stewardship during fruit crop bloom

Published on April 16, 2024
As bees come into fruit farms during bloom, growers can protect pollinators and minimize pesticide exposure.