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Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 4, 2025

Published on September 5, 2025
Cooler temperatures continue this week, and a storm brought much needed rain to the region. Honeycrisp harvest will begin next week for some growers.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – September 4, 2025

Published on September 4, 2025
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 area apple maturity report – September 3, 2025

Published on September 3, 2025
Premier Honeycrisp harvest has begun in the region. Color is improving with the cooler nights.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 3, 2025

Published on September 3, 2025
McIntosh and Gala are being harvested, and wine grape harvest continues.
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 3, 2025

Published on September 3, 2025
Many Macintosh, Gala and Honeycrisp blocks are at or near maturity and beginning harvest.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – August 28, 2025

Published on August 28, 2025
Early apple varieties are being harvested this week in the west central region. Cooler nighttime temperatures are enhancing red color development.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – August 28, 2025

Published on August 28, 2025
Early apple varieties are being harvested this week in the Grand Rapids region. Cooler nighttime temperatures will enhance red color development.
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – August 27, 2025

Published on August 27, 2025
Cooler temperatures and sunshine have enhanced red color in ripening apples as Gala, Honey Crisp and Macintosh head towards harvest.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – August 27, 2025

Published on August 27, 2025
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
Michigan Apple Cost of Production 2025 report is now available

Published on August 26, 2025
New MSU Extension bulletin shows cost breakdowns and provides estimated revenues and profits.