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Irrigation management: Measuring soil moisture and application uniformity
Published on June 23, 2016
Measure soil moisture and irrigation equipment output to ensure timely application of the right amount of water uniformly across your field. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 9, 2017
Published on May 9, 2017
Seasonal updates and considerations following frost events on May 8-9 for the west central Michigan tree fruit industry. -
Michigan leads the nation in the production of blueberries and tart cherries
Published on July 28, 2011
In the heat of the summer, Michigan grown fruit is hard to beat. -
Select Max labeled for tree fruit
Published on May 8, 2017
The graminicide may be used for grass control in all pome and stone fruit. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update
Published on March 30, 2011
Fruit plantings are poised to renew growth when warm weather returns. -
New training available for agricultural board members
Published on September 7, 2018
Learn how to improve board management and impact and Nov. 9 workshop in East Lansing. -
Using GA to adjust cropping in cherries
Published on May 9, 2006
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Updated “Freeze 2012: Under what circumstances would it be profitable to harvest tart cherries?”
Published on June 18, 2012
Previous article has been updated to include the accurate values in the chemical section. -
Rodent control for Michigan fruit, nut and Christmas tree producers
Published on November 10, 2016
Unseasonably warm weather and continued grass growth may be hiding a significant amount of rodent activity. Growers are advised to scout carefully and consider mowing tall undergrowth one more time before snow falls. -
East Michigan fruit update – Aug. 15, 2017
Published on August 15, 2017
Harvest continues for peaches and summer apple varieties, with blueberry harvest ending soon. Apple varieties are maturing earlier than predicted. Dry soils remain an issue for most of the region. -
Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – July 15, 2014
Published on July 15, 2014
Blueberry harvest is underway at some farms and others are close to first harvest. Harvest continues for summer red and black raspberries and even a few fall red raspberries. Green apple aphids and European red mites make an appearance in apples. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – July 14, 2020
Published on July 14, 2020
Summer pest and crop concerns for apples. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 16, 2023
Published on May 16, 2023
Strawberry bloom is underway across the region. Apple bloom is finishing. Most stone fruit is out of the shuck. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 6, 2023
Published on June 6, 2023
Strawberry harvest has begun. Others like sweet cherries are not far behind. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 9, 2023
Published on May 9, 2023
Stone fruit are largely finished with bloom. Apple and blueberry bloom is now underway. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 25, 2023
Published on July 25, 2023
Insects and diseases are active in area fruit crops. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 23, 2023
Published on May 23, 2023
Plum curculio damage is being seen. Oriental fruit moth and codling moth flight is underway. Grape berry moth biofix is expected soon. -
West Michigan tree fruit regional report – April 7, 2015
Published on April 7, 2015
Tree fruit development is slightly delayed in west Michigan, but growers should be ready. -
Tuesday night Southwest Small Fruit IPM Meetings megin April 1, 2025
Published on March 21, 2025
These weekly updates will be held virtually and will keep growers current on small fruit pest and disease developments throughout the season while offering an opportunity to earn RUP credits. -
Explaining new blueberry Option Units by season, Enhanced Coverage Option and Enterprise Units for apples and cherries
Published on October 18, 2024
Videos are available that explain important details and items to consider for 2025 crop insurance decisions for apples, cherries and blueberries.
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