• Apple Dip

    Apples are packed full of heart-healthy fiber and they make a great grab and go snack. Try dipping your next apple in this tasty Apple Dip!

  • Apple, Carrot and Raisin Salad

    Use up your Michigan apples in a different way with this apple, carrot, and raisin salad.

  • Pear Party Salsa

    Published on September 9, 2016
    Honey is a great natural sweetener to add to any of your favorite dishes. It contains throat-soothing properties and nutrients that give you energy.

  • Recipe: Crunchy Apple Salad

    Published on October 24, 2018
    Full of apples, celery, and radishes, this crunchy salad is a delicious side.

  • Baked Apples and Squash

    We combined Michigan apples and butternut squash in this tasty Apple-Squash Casserole.

  • Microwave-Baked Apples

    Published on October 27, 2014
    For maximum quality, store apples in a cool place, between 32 and 40 °F. Apples stored at this temperature maintain nutritional benefits such as B vitamins, fiber and vitamin C and can be kept for about a month. There are many varieties of apples, and they can be prepared in many ways.

  • Red Beet and Apple Salad

    Published on May 13, 2019

  • Microwave Baked Apples

    Try this simple, warm desert!

  • Homemade Apple Sauce

    Try our easy applesauce recipe and freeze the leftovers for later!

  • Fire Blight Update

    Published on June 11, 2025
    In this episode, Dr. George Sundin joined me to talk about management strategies for fire blight especially in light of the recent storms that hit Michigan.

  • MIFruitcast: Michigan Fruit Economics with Chris Bardenhagen

    Published on January 18, 2024
    In this episode of MiFruitcast, we interview Chris Bardenhagen about labor, pricing, and markets for Michigan fruit production. Hosted by Lindsay Brown https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License code: BN8AVCJZJCUEGJDA

  • MIFruitcast: Tree Fruit Pathology Research with George Sundin

    Published on March 28, 2024
    In this episode, we talk to Dr. George Sundin, MSU's tree fruit pathologist, about understanding pathogens to better fight them in the field. Hosted by Lindsay Brown and Cheyenne Sloan https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License code: BN8AVCJZJCUEGJDA

  • MIFruitcast: Meet the Educators

    Published on January 18, 2024
    Welcome to MIFruitcast, an MSU Extension podcast focused on fruit production. In this episode, we interview MSUE fruit educators.

  • Tree Fruit Update with Dr. Nikki Rothwell

    Published on June 8, 2025
    This week, MSU Extension Specialist Dr. Nikki Rothwell, joined me to talk about how the season is progressing for tree fruit here in Michigan.

  • MSU Soil Testing Update

    Published on May 15, 2023
    Join Michigan State University Extension educators to learn what’s new in the soil testing process from Michigan State University (MSU).

  • Interview with Dr. Lee Kalcsits

    Published on October 3, 2025
    In this episode, we talk to Dr. Lee Kalcsits from Washington State University about how hot and cold events throughout the year impact production and fruit quality in pear and apple.

  • MIFruitcast: Biological Controls with Jackie Perkins

    Published on December 1, 2023
    Welcome to MIFruitcast, an MSU Extension podcast focused on fruit production. In this episode, we discuss biological controls with tree fruit integrator Jackie Perkins.

  • MIFruitcast: Fire blight Management with George Sundin

    Published on March 28, 2024
    In this episode, we talk to Dr. George Sundin, MSU's tree fruit pathologist, about fire blight biology and management Hosted by Lindsay Brown and Cheyenne Sloan https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License code: BN8AVCJZJCUEGJDA

  • Tree Fruit Update with the MSU Extension Fruit Team

    Published on June 20, 2025
    This week, Derek Plotkowski Ph.D. and Jackie Perkins join the podcast to give updates on small fruits and tree fruit in Southeast and West Michigan.

  • Apple Season Recap

    Published on October 11, 2025
    Hello! This week Emily, Nikki, and Derek chat about how the apple season is wrapping up in each of their regions. Hope you enjoy this episode and make sure you get some Michigan apples!

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