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Protecting blueberry bloom from extreme heat using overhead irrigation

Published on May 2, 2024
Preventing fields exceeding 90 degrees will keep pollen viable for pollination.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 30, 2024

Published on April 30, 2024
Bloom continues with fire blight risk while frost damage is assessed.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 30, 2024 

Published on April 30, 2024
Weather has been tricky the past few weeks for fruit growers.
West central Michigan small fruit report – April 23, 2024

Published on April 24, 2024
The blueberry bloom period just started in west Michigan but weather conditions still possess some risk of spring frost damage.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 23, 2024

Published on April 23, 2024
With the start of apple bloom, keep pollinator stewardship in mind and watch out for potential frost.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 23, 2024

Published on April 23, 2024
Warm weather is needed to help set crops for the many fruit types now in bloom in southwest Michigan.
New Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program funds four projects

Published on April 22, 2024
Each project will be supported at roughly $1.25 million over three years.
Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of

Published on April 17, 2024
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 16, 2024

Published on April 16, 2024
This is the first fruit update of the season. Watch for frost this weekend.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 16, 2024

Published on April 16, 2024
Fruit crops are developing rapidly in southwest Michigan.