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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.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 14, 2022

Published on June 14, 2022
Cherries are beginning to color up. Harvest is just around the corner.
Michigan chestnut crop report for the week of June 6, 2022

Published on June 9, 2022
Potato leafhopper has arrived in Michigan orchards.
Early season control of grape berry moth in Michigan vineyards for 2022

Published on June 8, 2022
Adjusting strategies for different vineyards is essential.
Michigan grape scouting report – June 8, 2022

Published on June 8, 2022
Clusters are expanding in northwest Michigan. Grape bloom is underway in southern parts of the state.
West central Michigan small fruit update - June 7, 2022

Published on June 7, 2022
Pest management is top priority for blueberry growers. Cranberry fruitworm and cherry fruitworm are ovipositing and mummy berry shoot strike symptoms are visible.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 7, 2022

Published on June 7, 2022
The region received significant much needed rain, and all tree fruit have sized considerably in the last week.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 7, 2022

Published on June 7, 2022
Tree fruit is continuing fruit sizing, with most apples between 15-20 mm and stone fruit 20-2 5mm. Cooler conditions last week and expected this week.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 7, 2022

Published on June 7, 2022
Cool temperatures have slowed fruit growth and insect activity this week.
Viticulture Field Day returns to Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center July 27, 2022

Published on June 7, 2022
Come back to SWMREC for a fun day filled with research updates and new vineyard technology, great conversations, and the always popular steak fry and wine tasting.