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West central Michigan small fruit update - July 12, 2022

Published on July 12, 2022
Michigan blueberry harvest is already in progress. So far, there are no reports of problems or situations that may hamper the fruit quality or yield.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 5, 2022

Published on July 6, 2022
Soils are dry. Crops are showing some stress. Harvests of several stone fruits are starting.
Insecticide options for spotted wing drosophila control in blueberry

Published on June 28, 2022
There are many options available for spotted wing drosophila (SWD) control in blueberry, and some new ones.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 28, 2022

Published on June 28, 2022
Raspberry harvest is underway. Blueberry and tart cherry harvests will begin soon.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 21, 2022

Published on June 21, 2022
Sweet cherry harvest begins this week. Blueberries and raspberries are beginning to turn color.
West central Michigan small fruit update - June 21, 2022

Published on June 21, 2022
The heatwave affecting west Michigan is causing sunscald and bronzing in berries, especially in summer strawberries.
West central Michigan small fruit update - June 14, 2022

Published on June 14, 2022
Hot weather conditions will prevail for the next seven days making supplemental irrigation a need for blueberries and strawberries to maintain yield and fruit quality.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 14, 2022

Published on June 14, 2022
Cherries are beginning to color up. Harvest is just around the corner.
West central Michigan small fruit update - June 7, 2022

Published on June 7, 2022
Pest management is top priority for blueberry growers. Cranberry fruitworm and cherry fruitworm are ovipositing and mummy berry shoot strike symptoms are visible.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 7, 2022

Published on June 7, 2022
Bloom is finishing for most small fruit. Strawberry harvest has begun.