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Using the plum curculio model to assist with management decisions in tart cherries
Published on May 31, 2016
Plum curculio are active in northwest Michigan and we have observed oviposition in several tree fruits. Scouting is essential if using Enviro-weather’s plum curculio model. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – July 16, 2019
Published on July 16, 2019
Hot and humid weather has dramatically increased spotted wing Drosophila counts; these weather conditions continue to challenge disease management programs. -
Fall means farm equipment on roads
Published on September 26, 2017
Tips for motorists and farmers sharing the road safely. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 24, 2022
Published on May 24, 2022
Spring blooming crops are beginning to size up. Brambles and other later blooming crops are beginning. -
Gibberellic acid applications in cherries
Published on June 9, 2014
To help manage crop load in cherries, growers should be applying Pro-Gibb to cherries when five to seven leaves are expanded. -
Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources event to focus on soil health
Published on January 12, 2016
Michigan State University will host its first Agriculture Innovation Day: Focus on Soils on Aug. 24, 2016, at the Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center in Frankenmuth, Michigan. -
What to do if you have Ethrel damage?
Published on August 7, 2007
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IPM Tree fruit kickoff
Published on March 30, 2011
Review label and management changes as well as discuss invasive species concerns at the Tree Fruit Kickoff meeting. -
Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – June 16, 2015
Published on June 16, 2015
Wet conditions and continued rainfall present challenges for disease management in all tree fruit crops in the region. -
Don't miss out on Michigan cherries
Published on July 19, 2016
July is cherry month and the crop is abundant this year in spite of recent storms. -
Michigan’s Right To Farm celebrates 30 years
Published on October 5, 2011
The Right to Farm Act affects everyone. A wide variety of crop and livestock production strengthens our farm economy and helps to enhance the natural environment. -
Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – August 25, 2015
Published on August 25, 2015
It’s starting to feel like fall in northwest Michigan, but the cool, wet weather will help apples size and color up before harvest. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update — July 11, 2017
Published on July 11, 2017
Blueberry harvest is in full swing. Cherry harvest is winding down. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 27, 2014
Published on May 27, 2014
Plum curculio egglaying should be starting. Blueberries are full bloom across the region and winter injury becomes easier to see as affected plants show poor growth. -
Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 31, 2016
Published on May 31, 2016
Fruit are developing quickly and growers are actively managing for pests and diseases this week. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update - March 30, 2020
Published on March 30, 2021
The season is off to a warmer than usual start. -
Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – July 22, 2014
Published on July 22, 2014
Sweet cherry harvest is in full swing and growers are applying ethephon in tart cherries. Tart cherry harvest will likely begin over the weekend and into next week. Overall fruit quality is good. -
Plum curculio early season monitoring and phenology
Published on May 10, 2013
Fruit growers can better control plum curculio with early season monitoring and understanding the phenology of this pest. -
High-tunnel meeting planned for September 5 in Benton Harbor, Mich.
Published on August 28, 2012
Learn more about the challenges and benefits of using high-tunnels in the production of fruits and vegetables at a twilight meeting on September 5 at the Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center. -
Additions to the spotted wing Drosophila report for July 2, 2013
Published on July 3, 2013
More spotted wing Drosophila were detected in southwest Michigan, and we wanted to inform growers of these catches.