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Critical Spring Temperatures for Tree Fruit Bud Development Stages
Published on March 30, 2021
Table of common tree fruit with bud stage names and the critical temperature ranges that will cause between 10% and 90% injury to the flower buds, all on one page. -
Interim Update on the Economic Impact of Michigan's Agri-Food System
Published on June 6, 2023
This document offers an interim update on the economic impact of Michigan's agri-food and agri-energy system. -
2019 Apple Pest Guide
Published on April 7, 2020
2019 apple pest guide based on data from the Peach Ridge weather station near Sparta, Michigan. -
Minimizing Pesticide Risk to Bees in Fruit Crops (E3245)
Published on May 31, 2015
Pollinating insects, of which bees are the most important, contribute significantly to the yield and quality of fruit crops in the United States. Pollination services provided by bees are worth billions of dollars annually to fruit crop industries. -
Building a Sustainable Future: Ecologically Based Farming Systems
Published on October 27, 2015
A publication about natural systems and how they affect one's management practices. -
Integrated Pest Management Scouting in Perennial Agricultural Crops
Published on November 23, 2015
Scouting and monitoring for pests is a critical step in quantifying potential damage that can be caused by a pest and aids in determining if intervention to control the pest is warranted. -
Apple Sprays for Gardeners
Published on April 8, 2025
This is a summary of plant protection materials (pesticides) useful for managing important diseases and insect pests common to apples in the Midwest. -
Season Effect on Storage Outcome in Honeycrisp and Gala Apples
Published on July 17, 2024
The impact of season and dynamic controlled atmosphere (DCA) storage on the highly valuable cultivars Gala and Honeycrisp is provided. -
Senior Project FRESH in Michigan with Michigan State University Extension
Published on May 7, 2024
Senior Project FRESH (SPF), which is part of the USDA Farm Bill, is a program designed to help older adults incorporate more fresh fruit and vegetables in their diet. -
2025 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Grand Rapids, Michigan Region
Published on July 28, 2025
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the Grand Rapids, Michigan region. -
Picture Table of Critical Spring Temperatures for Tree Fruit Bud Development Stages
Published on March 30, 2021
Picture table of common tree fruit with bud stage names and the critical temperature ranges that will cause between 10% and 90% injury to the flower buds, three pages long. -
CA, DCA, and 1-MCP: Storage duration and aroma recovery in apples
Published on July 17, 2024
Learn how storage environment influences aroma production after fruit is removed from storage. -
Michigan Fresh (Spanish): El uso, almacenamiento y conservación de Manzanas (HNI16SP)
Published on January 30, 2015
Apples can be preserved and served in many ways. El cultivo en Michigan de manzanas está disponible la mayor parte del año. La cúspide de la cosecha es de agosto a octubre. -
Robotic and Structured Light Imaging Technologies for Harvesting and Defect Detection of Apples
Published on July 17, 2024
The benefits of and prospects for orchard automation are discussed as related to labor cost and availability. -
Listeria in Controlled Atmosphere Storage Facilities
Published on July 17, 2024
Food safety issues related to Listeria presence in apple storage rooms was discussed and Michigan-based survey was described. -
Rapid Fruit Growth, Vascular Dysfunction, and Bitter Pit
Published on July 17, 2024
The history and physiology of bitter pit is described. -
Avoidance and Management of Nematode Problems in Tree Fruit Production in Michigan
Published on November 23, 2015
Michigan apple, cherry, and peach orchards that have previously produced profitable yields may not support adequate tree growth when replanted. -
2023 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Grand Rapids Area
Published on August 9, 2023
The information below includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the Grand Rapids region. -
Michigan Crunch Guide
Published on August 22, 2024
The Great Lakes Great Apple Crunch encourages healthy eating and supports farm to school and other local food purchasing initiatives throughout the region. -
2024 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Northwest Michigan Region
Published on August 1, 2024
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the northwest Michigan region.
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