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West central Michigan apple maturity report – August 25, 2022
Published on August 26, 2022
Some early varieties are ready for harvest this week in the west central region. -
Michigan grape scouting report – August 24, 2022
Published on August 24, 2022
Veraison is around the corner in northwest Michigan. Harvest has begun in southwest Michigan. -
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – August 24, 2022
Published on August 24, 2022
Early varieties are harvesting now in the Grand Rapids area. Gala and Honeycrisp are still immature. -
Useful tips for produce safety water sampling and the opportunity to learn more
Published on August 23, 2022
Water sampling to meet on-farm produce safety rules and GAP requirements can be confusing. This article offers a few tips to doing it right and announces an opportunity to learn more. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 23, 2022
Published on August 23, 2022
Blueberry harvest is coming to an end. Apple and grape harvests are beginning. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – August 23, 2022
Published on August 23, 2022
Conditions this week were mostly clear and near or slightly warmer than normal. -
First detection of spotted lanternfly in Michigan
Published on August 18, 2022
A new insect brings new problems. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 17, 2022
Published on August 17, 2022
Grapes are entering veraison. Brown marmorated stink bug nymphs are being caught in traps. -
Michigan grape scouting report – August 17, 2022
Published on August 17, 2022
Veraison is around corner in northwest Michigan. Harvest is coming! -
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – August 17, 2022
Published on August 17, 2022
Early varieties are nearing maturity in the Grand Rapids area.