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  MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology graduates 124th class

  Published on March 28, 2018
  The MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology graduated its 124th class of 175 students on March 25.

• East Michigan fruit update – June 6, 2017

  Published on June 6, 2017
  Strawberry harvest is underway for growers in the southern parts of the region and will begin over the weekend or early next week for others. Soils are dry at many farms.

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  Northwest Michigan fruit report – June 18, 2019

  Published on June 18, 2019
  Cool and wet conditions continue in northwest Michigan. We are assessing crop size in cherries, and growers are thinning apples.

• Southeast Michigan vegetable update – May 30, 2018

  Published on May 30, 2018
  Weather conditions finally allow for planting, but the effects of this spring’s wild weather will remain.

• East Michigan vegetable update – May 9, 2018

  Published on May 9, 2018
  Vegetable plantings and weed control applications continue. Overwintered seed and root maggot flies have begun emerging.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 8, 2021

  Published on June 8, 2021
  More hot, dry weather imposing a significant challenge across the region.

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  Southeast Michigan vegetable update — Aug. 9 2017

  Published on August 9, 2017
  Harvest continues and pest pressure remains low.

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  East Michigan vegetable regional report – August 17, 2016

  Published on August 17, 2016
  Much needed rain events softened ground, but some field operations have been delayed.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update — April 24, 2018

  Published on April 24, 2018
  Fruit crops are still waiting for warm weather to move toward bloom. Fruit crop potential is generally very good.

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  East Michigan fruit update – May 28, 2019

  Published on May 28, 2019
  Bloom has ended for tree fruits in the past week and strawberries are finally in full bloom. Apple thinning is the challenge for the week and fire blight risk remains high.

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  Michigan State University agricultural economists discuss possible effects of wet spring and delayed planting on food prices

  Published on August 27, 2019
  David Ortega and Jim Hilker, faculty in MSU’s Department of Agricultural, Food and Resource Economics, say impacts of delayed planting on food costs likely won’t be known until after the fall harvest.

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  East Michigan fruit update – Aug. 25, 2020

  Published on August 25, 2020
  Brown marmorated stink bug feeding damage in apples is more common this week. Peach and blueberry harvest are nearing an end. Summer apple, blackberry and fall red raspberry harvest continues.

• East Michigan fruit update – May 12, 2020

  Published on May 12, 2020
  Cold temperatures on Friday night and Saturday morning caused more damage to flower buds on many fruit crops. This damage is in addition to damage from cold temperatures on April 22.

• East Michigan fruit update – Aug. 8, 2017

  Published on August 8, 2017
  Scattered brown marmorated stink bug feeding damage is starting to be found in apples, with apple maggot flight remaining strong across the region.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 8, 2023

  Published on August 8, 2023
  Moderate temperatures, rain and sun are favorable for fruit development in southwest Michigan.

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  The pest and the quest for an aromatic, smooth-tasting cup of brew

  Published on June 13, 2017
  BHEARD scholar Joseph Bigirimana began his investigation into the causes of potato taste defect in African coffee beans when he won a competitive grant worth $20,000 in 2014.

• West Michigan tree fruit update – Sept. 4, 2018

  Published on September 4, 2018
  Heavy rains reduce drought risk and increase disease risk.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – September 5, 2023

  Published on September 6, 2023
  Peaches and blueberries are winding down and grape growers are getting ready for harvesting.

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  June resources for Michigan beekeepers

  Published on May 28, 2025
  Beekeepers in Michigan can learn about seasonal honey bee colony management and care through webinars, videos and other online resources.

• Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – June 4, 2013

  Published on June 4, 2013
  The thinning window is beginning to close for apple growers, and strawberry harvest is approaching.