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Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 8, 2021

Published on June 8, 2021
With the heat and lack of rain, some crops are beginning to show drought stress. Irrigation is important to maintain fruit and plant growth.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 1, 2021

Published on June 1, 2021
Last week’s rains were welcomed by the fruit crops, but more is needed to reverse this season’s lack of moisture.
Michigan chestnut crop report for the week of May 24, 2021

Published on May 28, 2021
Conditions remain dry as leaves expand and tree water demand increases.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 25, 2021

Published on May 25, 2021
With the warm weather came rapid fruit development. Water stress is showing up as a result of the lack of rain in southwest Michigan.
Periodical cicadas are emerging: Should Michigan fruit growers be concerned?

Published on May 24, 2021
Brood X of the periodical cicada can soon be found throughout the Midwest including parts of southern Michigan. They may become a nuisance, but don’t expect any significant fruit crop injury.
Michigan chestnut crop report for the week of May 17, 2021

Published on May 20, 2021
Temperatures are warming and conditions remain dry across much of the state.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 18, 2021

Published on May 18, 2021
Tree fruit crops are beginning to size, making load assessments easier this week. So far, most crops survived the April freezes well.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 11, 2021

Published on May 11, 2021
Cool weather and scattered frosts have kept fruit growers scrambling, but only a little damage has been reported.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 4, 2021

Published on May 4, 2021
The warm week stimulated quick development. Many crops have made it through the freezes in good shape.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 27, 2021

Published on April 27, 2021
The freezes on Wednesday and Thursday mornings damaged most fruit crops. Few areas saw serious damage.