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Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 4, 2024

Published on September 4, 2024
Apple harvest moves into Honeycrisp. Cold-hardy wine grapes are at peak harvest.
Fall harvest safety tips

Published on September 3, 2024
Some common sense tips can help prevent injuries on the farm during harvest season.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 20, 2024

Published on August 21, 2024
Sunny days and cool nights ahead will help fruit to build sugar and develop skin color.
MSU researchers develop low-cost sensors to help farmers irrigate more efficiently, manage diseases

Published on August 14, 2024
Scientists have developed a system called LOCOMOS to monitor irrigation efficiency.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 5, 2024

Published on August 6, 2024
More grape varieties hit veraison while Red Haven peach harvest and early apples continue.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 20, 2024

Published on August 6, 2024
Apple harvest moves into Gala and Premier Honeycrisp while peach harvest comes to a close. Seedless grape harvest is starting and Concords have hit veraison.
West central Michigan small fruit update – July 25, 2024

Published on July 25, 2024
Fresh blueberries of excellent quality and flavor are the main fruit crop available to local Michigan consumers.
Southwest Michigan small fruit update – July 24, 2024

Published on July 24, 2024
The weather is going to heat up through the week.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 23, 2024

Published on July 24, 2024
Red Haven peaches are starting along with early apples.
West central Michigan small fruit update – July 10, 2024

Published on July 11, 2024
Michigan’s blueberry harvest is in full swing with early varieties already hitting the market. Significant issues are the early arrival of spotted wing Drosophila and Anthracnose fruit rot.