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West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 4, 2024

Published on September 5, 2024
Gala and September Wonder Fuji harvest has begun in the west central region. Honeycrisp are mature, and red color development has greatly improved since last week.
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 4, 2024

Published on September 5, 2024
All apple varieties tested this week are moving toward maturity. The weather is looking good for color development.
Michigan grape scouting report – September 5, 2024

Published on September 5, 2024
Stay informed and ahead of the curve with the latest vineyard updates and best practices in our comprehensive report. Enhance your grape growing success by leveraging expert insights on vine growth, disease management and innovative tools.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 4, 2024

Published on September 5, 2024
Third apple maturity report for the Grand Rapids region.
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 4, 2024

Published on September 4, 2024
Very warm weather over the past week and earlier in the season has been pushing along fruit ripening.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 4, 2024

Published on September 4, 2024
Apple harvest moves into Honeycrisp. Cold-hardy wine grapes are at peak harvest.
Fall harvest safety tips

Published on September 3, 2024
Some common sense tips can help prevent injuries on the farm during harvest season.
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – August 29, 2024

Published on August 29, 2024
Apples are maturing early this year, and growers are picking Premier Honeycrisp now.
Timing the last irrigation

Published on August 29, 2024
Maximizing profit and returns on resources invested can be dependent on the last irrigation application.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – August 29, 2024

Published on August 29, 2024
Harvest is wrapping up for Premier Honeycrisp and Minneiska. Growers are looking ahead to harvest of standard Honeycrisp and Gala strains.