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West central Michigan small fruit update – July 9, 2025
Published on July 9, 2025
Blueberry harvest is underway in west central and southwest Michigan. Hand-harvest of early-season varieties like Duke started last week. Fruit quality and size are excellent. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025
Published on July 9, 2025
Fruit is ripening in southwest Michigan. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025
Published on July 8, 2025
Cherry and raspberry harvest continues while blueberries start. -
Beginning Farmer Field Day held July 22 in west Michigan
Published on July 7, 2025
If you are new to farming or considering starting a farm, this field day is a great opportunity to learn and network. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 1, 2025
Published on July 2, 2025
Cherry harvest continues while we see the first blueberry harvest and earliest peaches. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 24, 2025
Published on June 27, 2025
It was a hot week. Crops moved quickly. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update - June 25, 2025
Published on June 25, 2025
The start of cherry harvest is underway, accompanied by hot and humid conditions. -
Michigan Blueberry 2024 Cost of Production report is now available
Published on June 20, 2025
The new bulletin from MSU Extension offers cost breakdown and estimated return tables. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – June 17, 2025
Published on June 18, 2025
Small fruit crops in west central Michigan continue developing under variable weather conditions. Summer strawberries are harvested. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update- June 17, 2025
Published on June 17, 2025
Strawberry harvest continues, first raspberry harvest.