News

Common apple pests and diseases poster in Spanish and English now available

Published on November 8, 2024
Available in print and PDF, this poster serves as a quick ID guide for common apple pests and disease and the damage they can cause.
2024 Tree fruit season wrap up

Published on November 5, 2024
Looking back at 2024 and preparing for next season with fall IPM practices.
Crop insurance for fruit growers: Update for the 2025 crop year

Published on October 30, 2024
There have been a number of recent updates to the crop insurance policies available to Michigan fruit farmers.
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and testing for winter 2024 through spring 2025

Published on October 23, 2024
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions.
Weed management in fruit trees starts with fall herbicide application

Published on October 23, 2024
Fall is an important time to control woody perennials and application of preemergence herbicides in orchards.
Explaining new blueberry Option Units by season, Enhanced Coverage Option and Enterprise Units for apples and cherries

Published on October 18, 2024
Videos are available that explain important details and items to consider for 2025 crop insurance decisions for apples, cherries and blueberries.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 14, 2024

Published on October 14, 2024
Last week of apple maturity reports.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – October 9, 2024

Published on October 11, 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.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 11, 2024
October is the prime time to collect and submit weed seeds for herbicide resistance screening.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 9, 2024

Published on October 9, 2024
Apple harvest is wrapping up in the Grand Rapids area.