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West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 24, 2025

Published on September 24, 2025
A storm this week brought some relief from the drought. Jonagold and Empire are being harvested this week.
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 24, 2025

Published on September 24, 2025
Apple harvest in southwest Michigan is shifting focus to mid- and late season varieties.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 24, 2025

Published on September 24, 2025
McIntosh, Empire and Jonagold are being harvested. Golden Delicious and Ambrosia are mature.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – September 24, 2025

Published on September 24, 2025
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 23, 2025

Published on September 24, 2025
Gala and Honeycrisp are in the mature range from our testing this week. Most growers are working in Honeycrisp blocks.
Michigan grape scouting report – September 24, 2025

Published on September 24, 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.
Fall means farm equipment on roads

Published on September 18, 2025
Tips for motorists and farmers sharing the road safely.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 17, 2025

Published on September 17, 2025
Honeycrisp, Gala and McIntosh are being harvested. Red color is excellent across the region.
Michigan grape scouting report – September 17, 2025

Published on September 17, 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.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 17, 2025

Published on September 17, 2025
Honeycrisp and Gala harvest are wrapping up across the region, and sugar levels and red color are excellent.