MSU Extension Fruit & Nuts

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  West central Michigan small fruit update - June 21, 2022

  Published on June 21, 2022
  The heatwave affecting west Michigan is causing sunscald and bronzing in berries, especially in summer strawberries.

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  Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 21, 2022

  Published on June 21, 2022
  The weather is heating up again after a cooler than normal week. Sweet and tart cherries are starting to color. Apple size has increased and is likely too big for further chemical thinning.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 21, 2022

  Published on June 21, 2022
  Sweet cherry harvest begins this week. Blueberries and raspberries are beginning to turn color.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 21, 2022

  Published on June 21, 2022
  Tree fruit is continuing fruit sizing, with most apples between 20-25 millimeters. Hot weather is expected this week.

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  Predicted 2022 apple harvest dates

  Published on June 17, 2022
  Harvest dates for the 2022 season for apples across Michigan are expected to be close to or slightly ahead of average.

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  Will gas prices keep employees at home?

  Published on June 15, 2022
  The cost to employees of filling their gas tank may make some think twice about driving to work. What can employers do to recognize the stress on employees and keep them working?

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  Michigan grape scouting report – June 15, 2022

  Published on June 15, 2022
  Watch for disease infections this week. Northern Michigan could see rains several days. Southern Michigan is hot and humid.

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  Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 14, 2022

  Published on June 14, 2022
  Despite the cooler weather last week, fruit size increased significantly. Growers have been concentrating on apple thinning, and this process has been difficult with the cool conditions.

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  West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 14, 2022

  Published on June 14, 2022
  Fruitlet growth is sizing up across the region.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 14, 2022

  Published on June 14, 2022
  Tree fruit is continuing fruit sizing, with most apples between 20-25 millimeters. Hot weather expected this week.