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Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 28, 2022

Published on June 28, 2022
Warm, dry conditions expected across the region. Fruit sizing continues. Cherry harvest underway.
Timing sprays for mid-season grape berry moth control

Published on June 28, 2022
Degree day model combined with recent experience can guide July spray timing.
Insecticide options for spotted wing drosophila control in blueberry

Published on June 28, 2022
There are many options available for spotted wing drosophila (SWD) control in blueberry, and some new ones.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 28, 2022

Published on June 28, 2022
Cooler weather this week is a relief from last week’s heat, and cherry harvest is just around the corner.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 28, 2022

Published on June 28, 2022
The region is dry and could use rain. Cherries are coloring, and we can expect local sweet cherries for the National Cherry Festival.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 28, 2022

Published on June 28, 2022
Raspberry harvest is underway. Blueberry and tart cherry harvests will begin soon.
Michigan chestnut crop report for the week of June 22, 2022

Published on June 24, 2022
Pollen shed is underway in much of the state.
Reducing heat stress for you and your employees

Published on June 22, 2022
Heat stress can be an issue for you and your employees, even in a northern state like Michigan. Multiple 90+ degree days during spring 2022 brought that to light for many of us working in agriculture.
Michigan grape scouting report – June 22, 2022

Published on June 22, 2022
Most of Michigan will experience a hot and dry week.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 21, 2022

Published on June 21, 2022
Sweet and tart cherries are showing more red color. Fruitlets continue to grow rapidly across the region.