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East Michigan fruit update – April 17, 2018
Published on April 17, 2018
The grip of late winter weather just won’t let go, continuing to hold back fruit crop development. -
Using the plum curculio model to assist with management decisions in tart cherries
Published on May 31, 2016
Plum curculio are active in northwest Michigan and we have observed oviposition in several tree fruits. Scouting is essential if using Enviro-weather’s plum curculio model. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – August 30, 2016
Published on August 30, 2016
Peach and pear harvest continues. Apple harvest is beginning. Rains have impeded blueberry harvest and wet, humid conditions are good for diseases and insect pests. -
Fall means farm equipment on roads
Published on September 18, 2025
Tips for motorists and farmers sharing the road safely. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – April 19, 2016
Published on April 19, 2016
Fruit buds have burst and leaves and flowers are emerging quickly. Growers have protectant sprays on before the rains later this week. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 17, 2022
Published on August 17, 2022
Grapes are entering veraison. Brown marmorated stink bug nymphs are being caught in traps. -
Managing bird damage on fruit farms
Published on June 21, 2019
Preventing habitual behavior is critical for effective bird damage management. -
Helping fruit tree growers flourish
Published on January 1, 2019
Courtney Hollender is passionate about using research to improve harvesting practices and crop yields for fruit tree growers. She’s on a mission to keep Michigan’s tree fruit production thriving. -
All hands needed to protect wild bee pollinators
Published on April 8, 2021
New research expands understanding that collaboration among farmers, consumers, policymakers and researchers is needed to support pollination by wild bees and honey bees across agricultural landscapes. -
Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources event to focus on soil health
Published on January 12, 2016
Michigan State University will host its first Agriculture Innovation Day: Focus on Soils on Aug. 24, 2016, at the Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center in Frankenmuth, Michigan. -
MSU Extension’s Nikki Rothwell named 2025 Cherry Industry Person of the Year
Published on July 17, 2025
MSU Extension’s Nikki Rothwell was named the 2025 Cherry Industry Person of the Year at the National Cherry Festival for her leadership in research, grower outreach and advocacy, and for her lasting impact on Michigan’s cherry industry. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – July 9, 2024
Published on July 9, 2024
Tart cherry harvest is in full swing. Harvest of early summer peaches may start at the end of the week. -
Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 7, 2013
Published on May 7, 2013
Warm and dry temperatures have accelerated tree growth across northwest Michigan. -
Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – July 5, 2016
Published on July 5, 2016
Cherry harvest is underway, and rain is needed to help fruit size. -
Post harvest control in cherry
Published on July 25, 2006
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Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 3, 2016
Published on May 3, 2016
A cool, wet week during bloom has growers applying protectant sprays between rains. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 23, 2022
Published on August 23, 2022
Blueberry harvest is coming to an end. Apple and grape harvests are beginning. -
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. -
Integrated pest management resources at Michigan State University Extension
Published on December 8, 2025
Explore MSU Extension resources and tools to help you make pest management decisions. -
East Michigan fruit regional report – April 12, 2016
Published on April 12, 2016
With warmer weather predicted for later in the week, fruit growth will get moving again after two weeks of standing still.
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