• Fungicide considerations for cherry leaf spot control at first cover

  Published on June 7, 2013
  The first cover spray timing after shuck split is a critical disease timing in tart cherry orchards, and fungicide sprays must target both cherry leaf spot and powdery mildew diseases.

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  Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for September 15, 2015

  Published on September 16, 2015
  Brown marmorated stink bug activity continues to increase in Berrien County; adults and nymphs were found feeding on apples. Damaged peaches by BMSB near Grand Rapids has been reported for the second year in a row.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 20, 2025

  Published on May 21, 2025
  Bloom is cooling off, as is the rest of the state.

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  ABC’s Good Morning America features Michigan cherry and hop production

  Published on August 23, 2016
  The latest episode of ABC’s Food Forecast with Ginger Zee showcases why northwest Michigan is ideal for cherry and hop production and how recent variable weather has impacted growers.

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  10 things to think about before establishing pollinator habitat

  Published on June 8, 2016
  Reduce the confusion about pollinator habitat options with this guide and an upcoming event.

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  West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 20, 2017

  Published on June 20, 2017
  Update on growing degree-days, frost damage, tree fruit developmental stages, fungal diseases and insect pests for the tree fruit industry in west central Michigan.

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  Insurance options for fruit growers bulletin now available

  Published on July 22, 2022
  A new bulletin from MSU Extension explores the basics of crop insurance available to fruit producers and presents how its use can benefit your farm.

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  EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan may impact pesticide applicators in Michigan

  Published on November 11, 2024
  Pesticide applicators may experience label changes aimed at protecting particularly vulnerable endangered species.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – August 23, 2022

  Published on August 23, 2022
  Conditions this week were mostly clear and near or slightly warmer than normal.

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  Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for Sept. 23, 2016

  Published on September 23, 2016
  Nymph and adult trap counts continue climbing, especially in the southwest and Fruit Ridge production areas. Fruit and vegetable growers in the southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting.

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  Last chance to receive pesticide recertification credits from the IPM Academy Online

  Published on November 2, 2016
  Up to five commercial or private core pesticide recertification credits are available for Michigan applicators until Dec. 31, 2016. No registration or fees required.

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  West Michigan tree fruit regional report – June 3, 2014

  Published on June 3, 2014
  Bring on the heat and watch fruit grow.

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  The 2024 outlook for spotted wing drosophila in Michigan cherry orchards

  Published on June 20, 2024
  Warm and wet conditions have sparked early detection of spotted wing drosophila, which is likely to mean 2024 will be a challenging year for protecting fruit against this pest.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – August 18, 2015

  Published on August 18, 2015
  Peach harvest is in full swing and early apple harvest has begun.

• Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – July 9, 2013

  Published on July 9, 2013
  First apple maggot trap catch for the season and harvest continues for sweet and tart cherries and summer raspberries.

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  Beginning Farmer Field Day held July 22 in west Michigan

  Published on July 7, 2025
  If you are new to farming or considering starting a farm, this field day is a great opportunity to learn and network.

• West Michigan tree fruit update – April 24, 2018

  Published on April 24, 2018
  First signs of spring are here, for a few days anyway.

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  Michigan agriculture proponents step down

  Published on February 3, 2020
  Two stalwarts of Michigan agriculture, Phil Korson and Jim Byrum, have retired at the end of 2019.

• Cherry leaf spot symptoms already observed in low crop orchards

  Published on May 22, 2012
  Control strategies for orchards with cherry leaf spot symptoms early in the season and a light crop.

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  MSU Distinguished Professor awarded $1 million to address apple, sweet cherry diseases

  Published on February 10, 2025
  Dr. George Sundin receives funding from USDA-NIFA to explore bacteriophage as a tool for preventing fire blight, bacterial canker in Michigan fruit trees