Resources

Season Effect on Storage Outcome in Honeycrisp and Gala Apples

Published on July 17, 2024
The impact of season and dynamic controlled atmosphere (DCA) storage on the highly valuable cultivars Gala and Honeycrisp is provided.
Application of 1-MCP to Your Fruit: Options for Treatment and Impact on Aroma

Published on July 17, 2024
Sources of 1-MCP for fruit and vegetable treatments are noted and factors that affect the release kinetics of 1-MCP are discussed.
Listeria in Controlled Atmosphere Storage Facilities

Published on July 17, 2024
Food safety issues related to Listeria presence in apple storage rooms was discussed and Michigan-based survey was described.
2024 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Grand Rapids Area

Published on July 8, 2024
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the Grand Rapids region.
2024 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Southwest Michigan Region

Published on July 8, 2024
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the southwest Michigan region.
Senior Project FRESH in Michigan with Michigan State University Extension

Published on May 7, 2024
Senior Project FRESH (SPF), which is part of the USDA Farm Bill, is a program designed to help older adults incorporate more fresh fruit and vegetables in their diet.
Starch Index Scale

Published on December 21, 2023
Suggested controlled atmosphere storage starch index and firmness levels for commercial apple varieties in Michigan.
A Tale of Two Invaders: Tree of Heaven and Spotted Lanternfly

Published on October 2, 2023
Locating and managing tree of heaven is a key aspect of dealing with spotted lanternfly and reducing the impacts of this invader in North America.
2023 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Southeast Michigan Region

Published on August 9, 2023
The information below includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the southeast Michigan region.
2023 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – West Central Michigan Region

Published on August 9, 2023
The information below includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the west central Michigan region.