College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

• Spotted wing Drosophila monitoring report survey

  Published on October 2, 2013
  Michigan State University Extension is requesting fruit growers take the online spotted wing Drosophila survey to let us know if our statewide monitoring efforts were helpful this 2013 season.

• East Michigan fruit regional report – August 23, 2016

  Published on August 23, 2016
  The season-long drought that began for most growers in mid-May appears to be over, especially after another week with good precipitation.

• Controlled Atmosphere Storage Clinic on Aug. 3, 2016

  Published on July 12, 2016
  Learn new information related to controlled atmosphere storage and warehousing of apples and other temperate fruit at the 2016 Controlled Atmosphere Storage Clinic.

• Training apple trees in tall spindle during developing years

  Published on June 19, 2014
  Train trees in a timely manner in the initial years and reap the rewards in subsequent years.

• East Michigan fruit update – May 26, 2020

  Published on May 26, 2020
  With warmer temperatures of the last week, fruit crops have taken on big swell of new growth. Bloom is almost finished for all of our fruit crops.

• High density apple plantings are a must for harvest machine

  Published on October 22, 2012
  Planning ahead will help you reap the benefits of apple harvesting more efficiently.

• Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – May 28, 2013

  Published on May 28, 2013
  Wet, cool weather slows down fruit crops and insects in the southwest region.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – 2021 review

  Published on January 12, 2022
  Repeated freezes in May damaged many crops. A dry summer kept disease pressure down in most fruits. Crop quality and volumes were generally good for early season crops, but a warm and wet October caused quality issues for some late crops.

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  Brown marmorated stink bug clinic for tree fruit growers, consultants and scouts

  Published on May 23, 2017
  Registration is now open for the June 22 Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Clinic to learn all about managing this important new pest in Michigan peach and apple orchards.

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  Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 14, 2024

  Published on October 14, 2024
  Last week of apple maturity reports.

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  Commercial specialty crop growers should register with Driftwatch

  Published on March 26, 2018
  Dicamba-resistant crop acreage is expected to increase, and with it the potential for non-target crop damage.

• Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – July 1, 2014

  Published on July 1, 2014
  Apple maggot trap catches and Japanese beetle sightings make an early appearance. Strawberry harvest wraps up for farms in the south and continues for most others while sweet and tart cherry harvest begins.

• Fire blight risk is very high for May 7-10, 2015 in Michigan

  Published on May 6, 2015
  The risk for blossom blight infection is very high this week. Kasumin is best for control in orchards affected by streptomycin resistance in the fire blight pathogen. Streptomycin and Kasumin are the best materials in other areas.

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  Importance of recycling on tall spindle apple plantings

  Published on April 3, 2015
  A key to successful canopy development is to retain and encourage productive growth by recycling vigorous branches in a tall spindle apple planting.

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  Fire blight risk very high in Michigan: Consider treatment options

  Published on May 22, 2020
  The risk for blossom blight infection is extreme for May 23-27, 2020. Kasumin is best for control in Fruit Ridge orchards where we have diagnosed streptomycin resistance in the fire blight pathogen. Streptomycin and Kasumin are best in other areas.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – July 21, 2020

  Published on July 21, 2020
  Summer pest and crop concerns for apples.

• FAQ regarding new Worker Protection Standards changes

  Published on January 17, 2017
  Frequently asked questions regarding the new Worker Protection Standards requirements for medical evaluations and fit testing for respirator use.

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  West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 23, 2024

  Published on April 23, 2024
  With a mix of warm and cool conditions, tree phenology has advanced slowly. Peaches are in bloom and sweet cherry bloom has begun in the region.

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  Reducing pesticide risk to bees during fruit crop bloom

  Published on May 12, 2022
  Bees are returning for pollination of fruit crops. Growers can protect pollinators by minimizing pesticide exposure and risk around bloom.

• West Michigan tree fruit update – July 11, 2017

  Published on July 11, 2017
  Changing lures for the next generation of codling moth is recommended.