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Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 19, 2025

Published on August 21, 2025
Red Haven harvest, early apples and veraison in grapes.
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – August 20, 2025

Published on August 20, 2025
Harvest is approaching for many early season apple varieties in southwest Michigan, with some varieties expected to be harvested a week earlier than normal depending on location.
Michigan grape scouting report – August 20, 2025

Published on August 20, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
MSU offers free webinar series on Immigration Essentials for Farm Employers

Published on August 19, 2025
MSU offers free webinar series on Immigration Essentials for Farm Employers.
Michigan grape scouting report – August 13, 2025

Published on August 14, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
Farming through the haze

Published on August 13, 2025
Michigan has been intermittently blanketed with wildfire haze over the past several years. Learn more about the importance of monitoring your local air quality index (AQI) and how to work safely on high AQI days.
Recorded video of “Using the 2025 Michigan Apple Cost of Production Study” webinar is now available

Published on August 12, 2025
Learn how to navigate the spreadsheets and apply them to your farm.
How do you stay informed on the latest agricultural info?

Published on August 8, 2025
Take part in a survey from a joint MSU Extension and The Ohio State University research project on how we communicate the latest agriculture research and news.
Michigan State University Extension hosts blueberry research field day on September 10

Published on August 8, 2025
Join the MSU Extension blueberry team to learn about ongoing research from this summer.
Michigan apple harvest prediction dates for 2025

Published on August 6, 2025
Michigan State University Extension apple team releases predicted harvest dates for five production areas in Michigan.