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Mite management in tree fruits under hot and dry weather conditions
Published on June 13, 2023
There are many options available for mite control in fruit crops. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – June 13, 2023
Published on June 13, 2023
June drop, drought conditions, strawberry time. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – June 7, 2023
Published on June 8, 2023
High daily temperatures and lack of rain increase the need for supplemental irrigation and promote insect pest outbreaks in blueberries. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 6, 2023
Published on June 6, 2023
Strawberry harvest has begun. Others like sweet cherries are not far behind. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – June 6, 2023
Published on June 6, 2023
Fruit set in tree fruit, small fruit bloom, dry weather. -
Protecting blueberry blooms from extreme heat injury using overhead irrigation
Published on June 1, 2023
Michigan’s blueberry industry has been increasingly affected by climate change with spring heatwaves and long, dry periods causing potential yield losses. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 30, 2023
Published on May 31, 2023
Fruit set in tree fruit, small fruit bloom, dry weather. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 30, 2023
Published on May 30, 2023
Tree fruit thinning is continuing. Fruit set is looking good for all fruit crops in the region. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – May 23, 2023
Published on May 24, 2023
Michigan blueberries are in full bloom with excellent weather conditions, which should hopefully ensure good pollination for an abundant and excellent fruit crop. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 23, 2023
Published on May 23, 2023
Plum curculio damage is being seen. Oriental fruit moth and codling moth flight is underway. Grape berry moth biofix is expected soon.