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West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 9, 2023
Published on May 9, 2023
Fruit trees are in bloom. This week will bring warm and dry conditions across the region. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 9, 2023
Published on May 9, 2023
Apple bloom has come to southeast Michigan. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 9, 2023
Published on May 9, 2023
Stone fruit are largely finished with bloom. Apple and blueberry bloom is now underway. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 2, 2023
Published on May 2, 2023
Cool temperatures slowed bud development over the past week as we inch closer to bloom. Sweet cherries and early peaches are in full bloom in some orchards in West Central. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 2, 2023
Published on May 2, 2023
A series of mornings below freezing this past week has caused sporadic damage to some crops, but prospects are still good in most locations. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 2, 2023
Published on May 2, 2023
Growers in the region are preparing for apple bloom. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 25, 2023
Published on May 2, 2023
Growers have been watching the cool morning temperatures closely, but no significant damage has been reported so far. -
MSU Product Center recognizes Hallstedt Homestead Cherries with Best Barrier Buster Award
Published on April 20, 2023
Despite challenges, this northern Michigan cherry farm survives and thrives. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 18, 2023
Published on April 18, 2023
Summer-like weather rapidly advanced bud developed last week, but winter returned bringing snow and wind early this week in the west central region. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 18, 2023
Published on April 18, 2023
Last week’s hot weather pushed all fruit crops along quickly. Next week will be closer to normal but cool weather may be a challenge for pollinating blooming crops.