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Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 2, 2022

Published on August 2, 2022
Grapes are entering veraison. Fall bearing raspberries are beginning to color up ahead of harvest.
West central Michigan small fruit update - July 28, 2022

Published on July 28, 2022
Blueberry harvest is in full swing under intense heat. Following OSHA and GAPs recommendations helps to prevent heat related illnesses among farmworkers.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 26, 2022

Published on July 26, 2022
The past week’s storms have been easier on growers than expected. Very little crop impact is being reported.
Insurance options for fruit growers bulletin now available

Published on July 22, 2022
A new bulletin from MSU Extension explores the basics of crop insurance available to fruit producers and presents how its use can benefit your farm.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 19, 2022

Published on July 19, 2022
Small fruit harvests are in full swing. Stone fruit crops are being harvested as well.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 12, 2022

Published on July 12, 2022
Soils are dry. Crops are showing some stress. Harvests of several stone fruits are starting.
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.