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West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 11, 2024
Published on June 11, 2024
Sweet cherry varieties and some tart cherries are starting to turn red. Harvest of early sweet cherry varieties is just a few weeks away. -
Michigan farmer supports new MSU climate resiliency program, seeks long-term solutions
Published on June 5, 2024
Ben Schilling is a sixth-generation farmer in southwest Michigan. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 4, 2024
Published on June 4, 2024
The Grand Rapids area is moving into second cover timing. -
How to interpret a RIMpro apple scab forecast when making management decisions for your operation
Published on June 4, 2024
RIMpro apple scab model predictions available for Michigan growers. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 4, 2024
Published on June 4, 2024
Fruit development is 10-plus days ahead of normal. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 4, 2024
Published on June 4, 2024
Fruitlets and shoots are growing rapidly. June drop will occur soon for some locations in the region. Primary apple scab season is winding down. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 29, 2024
Published on May 29, 2024
Apples are growing rapidly. The chemical thinning window is closing for some varieties in the region. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 28, 2024
Published on May 28, 2024
Warm weather is increasing insect activity in area fruit plantings. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 21, 2024
Published on May 21, 2024
Warm weather is increasing insect activity in area fruit plantings. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 14, 2024
Published on May 14, 2024
Sweet cherry fruitlets are out of the shuck. Apple tree bloom is lingering across the region.