College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

• East Michigan fruit update – July 21, 2020

  Published on July 21, 2020
  Two precipitation events moved over the region in the past week, bringing some much-needed relief to drought. Summer red and black raspberry and blueberry harvest continues.

• 2012 Michigan peach harvest date prediction

  Published on June 19, 2012
  The harvest of Michigan peaches in 2012 is expected to be approximately 11 days ahead of the long-term average.

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  El esfenvalerato está perdiendo eficacia contra la polilla oriental de la fruta en Michigan

  Published on May 16, 2018
  Investigación efectuada en 2017 proporciona nueva información sobre el uso del esfenvalerato para controlar la polilla oriental de la fruta.

• Management of bacterial spot on peaches and nectarines

  Published on April 12, 2011
  Bacterial spot of peaches and nectarines can be very difficult to manage under ideal conditions for the disease. A comprehensive disease management program can help to bring this problem under control.

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  Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants

  Published on February 10, 2026
  Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you.

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  Bulletins Live! Two and PALM hands-on training coming to Huron County

  Published on March 13, 2026
  Confused on all this talk about Bulletins Live! Two and Pesticide App for Label Mitigations (PALM)? Come join MSU Extension on March 25 to learn more.

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  Updates to the 2026 Fruit Management Guide

  Published on March 11, 2026
  Summary of pesticide label additions, clarifications and corrections to the 2026 MSU Fruit Management Guide (E-154).

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  Submit your ideas for 2026 GLEXPO sessions or speakers

  Published on April 14, 2026
  Great Lakes Expo (GLEXPO) organizers have created an online submission form to gather new ideas for sessions and speakers from attendees and industry members.

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  Cold weather continues across northwest Michigan

  Published on April 7, 2026
  Cold conditions have kept all fruit crops dormant.

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  Pollinator stewardship during fruit crop bloom

  Published on April 15, 2026
  As bees come into fruit farms during bloom, growers can protect pollinators and minimize pesticide exposure.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 8, 2026

  Published on April 8, 2026
  Fruit are still waking up despite this week’s chill.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 15, 2026

  Published on April 15, 2026
  Southwest Michigan is experiencing April showers and warm weather.

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  Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 14, 2026

  Published on April 15, 2026
  Apples are at tight cluster and at extreme risk for apple scab.

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  Heavy rains in northwest Michigan have resulted in flooding

  Published on April 14, 2026
  Many orchards across northwest Michigan are impassable due to standing water in orchards. Growers are concerned about covering for early disease control with the excess water in the orchard.

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  West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 7, 2026

  Published on April 7, 2026
  Weather has been variable with a mix of cooler and warmer temperatures with more precipitation than normal. Changes in bud phenology have been slow. Dormant sprays have been applied to manage peach leaf curl and San Jose Scale before bud break.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 22, 2026

  Published on April 22, 2026
  It was a frosty start to the week, but at least the rain has paused for now.

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  MSU AgBioResearch launches Enviroweather Mobile app to support Michigan growers

  Published on April 17, 2026
  The launch of Enviroweather Mobile marks a major step forward in supporting on-the-go agricultural decision-making.

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  Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 22, 2026

  Published on April 22, 2026
  Assess fruit for frost damage and protect against fire blight.

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  Safely moving farm equipment on public roads can be a challenge

  Published on June 5, 2014
  Spring is crunch time for farmers trying to get their crops planted. A little patience and a few simple rules can ensure it is not crash time for farm equipment and motorists.

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  West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 21, 2026

  Published on April 21, 2026
  Drier conditions are a welcome change this week. Bud phenology is advancing steadily across tree fruit crops.