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Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 16, 2020
Published on June 16, 2020
June drop in apples is winding down. Fruit set looks good. -
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. -
Reports of high honey bee colony losses and how farmers and growers can support honey bees
Published on April 1, 2025
Several migratory beekeepers recently reported abnormally high losses of honey bee colonies, however, losses vary across operations. Farmers and growers can support honey bee health by increasing forage and reducing pesticide exposure. -
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants
Published on February 10, 2026
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you. -
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. -
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). -
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. -
Cold weather continues across northwest Michigan
Published on April 7, 2026
Cold conditions have kept all fruit crops dormant. -
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. -
Manejo de los polinizadores durante la floración de los cultivos frutales
Published on April 15, 2026
Como las abejas llegan a las explotaciones frutícolas durante la floración, los agricultores pueden proteger a los polinizadores y minimizar la exposición a los pesticidas. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 8, 2026
Published on April 8, 2026
Fruit are still waking up despite this week’s chill. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 15, 2026
Published on April 15, 2026
Southwest Michigan is experiencing April showers and warm weather. -
New-old options for European brown rot control in tart cherries
Published on May 3, 2016
Current information on fungicide efficacy for controlling European brown rot in Michigan tart cherries. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 21, 2026
Published on April 21, 2026
The overnight low dropped to 23.1 degrees Fahrenheit April 19-20, and we are evaluating status of the buds on crops across the region.
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