College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

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  Effectively controlling plum curculio in stone and pome fruits

  Published on May 28, 2020
  With the recent warm weather and wet conditions, plum curculio will be on the move into orchards. Be prepared to control this pest at this time.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 28, 2020

  Published on April 28, 2020
  Freezes last week caused little additional damage to fruit crops. This week will be cooler with rain for the next few days.

• Use fungicides for apple scab protection prior to anticipated early infection periods

  Published on March 22, 2012
  Growers should be protected against the apple scab pathogen prior to this weekend’s rain event.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – July 1, 2014

  Published on July 1, 2014
  Sweet cherry harvest is peaking, raspberry harvest has begun, and Japanese beetles have appeared.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – September 6, 2022

  Published on September 6, 2022
  Easing into harvest this week for Gala and Honeycrisp in many locations.

• Spring beehive checklist - 5 things to look for in and around your hive

  Published on March 28, 2014
  Clear, still, early spring days are times to check overwintered honey bee hives.

• Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 26, 2020

  Published on May 26, 2020
  Tart cherries are in full bloom and apple bloom is starting. Growers are finding time between forecasted rains to protect blossoms and leaves.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 21, 2024

  Published on May 21, 2024
  Warm weather is increasing insect activity in area fruit plantings.

• Apple growth stages for Peach Ridge area

  Published on April 1, 2014
  A summary of past growth stage development on McIntosh apples since 1976 for the Peach Ridge MSU Enviro-weather station.

• Accessing growing degree days with Enviro-weather

  Published on May 23, 2013
  Understanding and using accumulated growing degree days can help you know when to expect pests. This is one of the services Enviro-weather offers Michigan growers.

• Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – Aug. 20, 2013

  Published on August 20, 2013
  Spotted wing Drosophila numbers climb higher and higher.

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  FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard — Part 2

  Published on May 8, 2018
  The new respirator requirements for the updated Worker Protection Standard requires growers complete a respirator fit test annually.

• East Michigan fruit update – May 16, 2017

  Published on May 16, 2017
  Many reports of frost damage to apples from across East Michigan, other tree fruit crops seemed to have escaped injury.

• Plum curculio management in stone and pome fruits

  Published on May 21, 2013
  Growers have many options for plum curculio control, but all have different modes of action.

• Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – Sept. 27, 2017

  Published on September 27, 2017
  Dry weather is speeding apple harvest in Southwest Michigan. Quality is generally very good for those blocks that escaped frost damage during bloom.

• West Michigan tree fruit regional report – April 26, 2016

  Published on April 26, 2016
  The up and down weather rollercoaster continues in west Michigan.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – May 7, 2024

  Published on May 7, 2024
  Petals are falling and sprayers are running this week on the Ridge.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – July 22, 2014

  Published on July 22, 2014
  Apricot, blueberry and raspberry harvest are in full swing across the region, while peach and plum harvest are beginning. Spotted wing Drosophila numbers continue to climb.

• Control options for mites in fruit crops

  Published on May 3, 2011
  There are many pesticides to control mites but their performance varies. This table will help you select the right product for your needs.

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  East Michigan fruit update – Aug. 25, 2020

  Published on August 25, 2020
  Brown marmorated stink bug feeding damage in apples is more common this week. Peach and blueberry harvest are nearing an end. Summer apple, blackberry and fall red raspberry harvest continues.