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Managing Black Stem Borer in Michigan Tree Fruits
Published on January 15, 2017
The black stem borer, Xylosandrus germanus (Blanford), is an introduced pest that was first found in the United States in New York grapes in the 1930s. -
2025 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Southwest Michigan Region
Published on July 28, 2025
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the southwest Michigan region. -
2023 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – West Central Michigan Region
Published on August 9, 2023
The information below includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the west central Michigan region. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Minimize Apple Bruising in the Packing Line
Published on September 26, 2016
Apples on the tree are generally free of bruise damage, but after traveling through a series of handling processes, apples in the retail store often show bruises. -
Michigan Fruit Management Guide 2025
Published on December 6, 2024
This publication is a guide in assisting fruit growers in the selection of pest control tools for the coming growing season. -
A Pocket Guide for IPM Scouting in Michigan Apples
Published on November 11, 2015
A Pocket Guide for IPM Scouting in Michigan Apples. This plastic-coated scouting guide with its 3.25" X 5.0" pages fits in your pocket for easy use in the apple orchard. -
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. -
2024 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Southwest Michigan Region
Published on July 8, 2024
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the southwest Michigan region. -
Cherry Orchard Floor Management: Improve Profit and Stewardship
Published on November 23, 2015
Cherry Orchard Floor Management: Opportunities to Improve Profit and Stewardship -
Michigan Crunch Guide for K-12 Schools
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. -
Orchard & Vineyard Show Presentations
Published on February 22, 2016
Presentations from the Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show -
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. -
Disorders and Storage of Ambrosia Apples
Published on July 17, 2024
This presentation documents several years of storage experiments with Ambrosia to optimize quality retention in storage. -
Spotted Lanternfly – A Guide for Homeowners and Residents in Michigan
Published on September 17, 2024
A guide for Michigan homeowners and residents on spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that has become established in several U.S. states including Michigan. -
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. -
A Tale of Two Invaders: Tree of Heaven and Spotted Lanternfly
Published on October 2, 2023
Locating and managing tree of heaven is a key aspect of dealing with spotted lanternfly and reducing the impacts of this invader in North America.
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