College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

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  Farmland Use in Michigan

  Published on June 30, 2023
  This brief analysis considers land use in the State of Michigan. The primary focus is on farmland and the different crops that are supported on that land.

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  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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  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.

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  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.

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  Pandemic Preparedness Plans and CHAMP Lite Tool

  Published on August 26, 2020
  Important information and resources for agriculture operations developing pandemic prepardness plans and implementing mitigation strategies that reduce exposure risks to COVID-19.

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  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.

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  Plant Tissue Sampling to Determine Fruit Fertilizer Needs

  Published on January 29, 2016
  The nutritional health of orchard crops, grapes, and blueberries is best assessed by measuring the concentrations of nutrients in plant parts.

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  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.

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  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.

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  Application of 1-MCP to Your Fruit: Options for Treatment and Impact on Aroma

  Published on July 17, 2024
  Sources of 1-MCP for fruit and vegetable treatments are noted and factors that affect the release kinetics of 1-MCP are discussed.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  Common Apple Pests and Diseases/Plagas y Enfermedades Comunes del Manzano

  Published on November 8, 2024
  This poster serves as a quick ID guide for common apple pests and disease and the damage they can cause.

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  Michigan On-Farm Produce Safety Newsletter

  Published on July 31, 2024
  News articles, fact sheets, videos and podcasts produced by Produce Safety Technicians and MSU Extension Educators to support growers and stakeholders succeed in their on-farm produce safety efforts.

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  Bulletin E-3426 Insurance Options for Fruit Growers

  Published on July 20, 2022
  This publication outlines insurance and risk management options available to Michigan fruit growers.

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  Michigan Apple Cost of Production 2025

  Published on September 2, 2025
  This report summarizes our findings related to the costs of producing apples in Michigan.

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  Spotted Lanternfly: A Colorful Cause for Concern

  Published on November 30, 2020
  Learn how to identify spotted lanternfly and take steps to slow its spread.

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  Michigan Fruit Management Guide 2026

  Published on December 15, 2025
  This publication is a guide in assisting fruit growers in the selection of pest control tools for the coming growing season.