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Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 19, 2022

Published on July 19, 2022
Small fruit harvests are in full swing. Stone fruit crops are being harvested as well.
Northwest michigan fruit update – July 13, 2022

Published on July 14, 2022
Sweet cherry harvest is underway throughout northwest Michigan. Tarts are ripening fast, so some growers have also begun tart cherry harvest.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 13, 2022

Published on July 13, 2022
Most of northwest Michigan's grape-growing regions have reached over 900 GDD. In grape berry moth egglaying sites, plan for a lengthy period of protection from the second generation, as this pest's egglaying continues through July.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – July 12, 2022

Published on July 12, 2022
Slightly cooler and wetter conditions this week, then expect a return to warm, dry weather for the remainder of July.
West central Michigan small fruit update - July 12, 2022

Published on July 12, 2022
Michigan blueberry harvest is already in progress. So far, there are no reports of problems or situations that may hamper the fruit quality or yield.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 12, 2022

Published on July 12, 2022
Soils are dry. Crops are showing some stress. Harvests of several stone fruits are starting.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 5, 2022

Published on July 6, 2022
Soils are dry. Crops are showing some stress. Harvests of several stone fruits are starting.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 6, 2022

Published on July 6, 2022
Second generation of grape berry moth egglaying has begun in southwest AVAs.
New program can defray the cost of produce safety compliance

Published on July 5, 2022
Small fruit and vegetable farmers often cite the cost of food safety practices as a reason for not adopting them. A new government program can help these farmers defray the cost of participation in food safety audits and compliance with regulations.
Michigan grape scouting report – June 29, 2022

Published on June 29, 2022
In southwest Michigan, a first-generation grape berry moth larva has been seen, while majority of clusters are in full bloom in northwest Michigan.