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West central Michigan small fruit update – June 17, 2025

Published on June 18, 2025
Small fruit crops in west central Michigan continue developing under variable weather conditions. Summer strawberries are harvested.
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Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 17, 2025

Published on June 17, 2025
Apple size increased by 8 mm since last week, and some growers are still thinning apples. Growers are estimating tart and sweet cherry crops following cold damage in late April.
Southeast Michigan fruit update- June 17, 2025

Published on June 17, 2025
Strawberry harvest continues, first raspberry harvest.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 17, 2025

Published on June 17, 2025
Warm weather and scattered showers are forecasted across the region this week. Some early sweet cherry varieties are starting to turn red.
Michigan chestnut crop report – June 12, 2025

Published on June 12, 2025
Black stem borer is active and potato leafhopper populations are building.
Michigan Grape Scouting Report – June 11, 2025

Published on June 11, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
Southwest Michigan Fruit update – June 10, 2025

Published on June 11, 2025
It’s starting to feel more like summer!
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 10, 2025

Published on June 10, 2025
Sweet cherries are sizing, and there are plum curculio stings on the fruitlets. First cherry leaf spot lesions have been observed in unsprayed blocks. There are reports of isolated hail on June 10.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 10, 2025

Published on June 10, 2025
June drop is beginning for some early sweet cherry varieties.