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Southeast Michigan fruit update - April 15, 2025

Published on April 15, 2025
Not much movement since last week. First scab sprays are being applied.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 15, 2025

Published on April 15, 2025
It’s still cold and wet, so the fruit are moving slowly.
Southeast Michigan fruit update - April 8, 2025

Published on April 8, 2025
Apples are at green tip and blueberries are at bud swell.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 8, 2025

Published on April 8, 2025
It’s cold and wet but the fruit are waking up!
Reports of high honey bee colony losses and how farmers and growers can support honey bees

Published on April 1, 2025
Several migratory beekeepers recently reported abnormally high losses of honey bee colonies, however, losses vary across operations. Farmers and growers can support honey bee health by increasing forage and reducing pesticide exposure.