College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

• West Michigan tree fruit regional report – April 12, 2016

  Published on April 12, 2016
  Tree fruit development is slightly delayed, but growers should ready.

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  Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 24, 2022

  Published on May 24, 2022
  With the recent hot weather, we blew through sweet cherry bloom, and many farms are in tart cherry bloom or at early petal fall; apples are also opening but will slow with the cooler temperatures in the forecast.

• Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 26, 2018

  Published on June 26, 2018
  Fruit have developed quickly in the last week, and cherry harvest is fast approaching.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 4, 2023

  Published on April 4, 2023
  This week will be warm with some extreme storm potential on Wednesday. Quick phenology advancement is expected. Be prepared for any disease management sprays if the crop phenology indicates the need.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 17, 2016

  Published on May 17, 2016
  Weather has been warm and dry, wet and cold and finally windy and cold. Cool weather during bloom has extended bloom in tree fruit and blueberries.

• Don’t let Michigan’s backwards spring keep you from the farmers’ markets

  Published on June 15, 2012
  Whacky spring weather limits availability of some Michigan produce, but there’s still plenty of bounty available, especially to those who rely on assistance programs.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 7, 2019

  Published on May 7, 2019
  Tart cherries are in full bloom. A cool, wet week with a bright sunny weekend is forecasted.

• Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – April 30, 2019

  Published on April 30, 2019
  The Michigan spring weather rollercoaster continues.

• Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – May 27, 2014

  Published on May 27, 2014
  There have been a lot of codling moth and plum curculio at apple farms in the past few days.

• Growing ideas for farming in northwest Michigan

  Published on November 8, 2013
  Young farmers from northwest Michigan visited farms on the Fruit Ridge last week.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 18, 2019

  Published on June 18, 2019
  June drop in apples should appear with warmer weather.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 20, 2017

  Published on June 20, 2017
  Not enough rain fell last week. The summer fruit season is here with strawberries, raspberries and sweet cherries.

• Air moving fans for improved air drainage

  Published on March 16, 2012
  Using ground-based fans to increase the movement of cold air past obstructions and constrictions in natural drainage paths can decrease the likelihood of freeze injury during spring freezes.

• Cherry leaf spot and tart cherries prior to harvest

  Published on July 12, 2011
  Early cherry leaf spot infections increase the risk of epidemic infection levels in the north.

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  Check out the tree fruit sessions at the 2025 Great Lakes Expo

  Published on December 4, 2025
  Hear about cutting-edge research updates, new variety information and a deep dive into plant growth regulators.

• Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for Aug. 5, 2016

  Published on August 5, 2016
  Trap catches continue to remain high, especially near untreated plantings. High risk of infestation continues to be expected; susceptible crops must be protected.

• Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for August 6, 2013

  Published on August 6, 2013
  Spotted wing Drosophila continues to be captured throughout Michigan, and larvae have been detected in multiple crops, so protect susceptible fruit.

• Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – July 22, 2014

  Published on July 22, 2014
  Raspberry and blueberry harvest continues across the southeast region.

• East Michigan fruit update – May 2, 2017

  Published on May 2, 2017
  With cooler temperatures and rain over the last five days, pollination of apples is a concern. Our season is running about seven to 10 days ahead of normal for bloom dates.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – July 29, 2014

  Published on July 29, 2014
  Soils are becoming dry. Peach and plum harvests are beginning while blueberry harvest continues across the region. Spotted wing Drosophila numbers continue to climb.