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Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 25, 2024
Published on June 25, 2024
A warm and wet week. -
Harnessing the power of cover crops in fruit systems
Published on June 21, 2024
When people think cover crops, they don’t usually picture orchards or berry fields. But cover crops can have potential benefits in nearly all cropping systems. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 19, 2024
Published on June 20, 2024
Tart cherries are turning from straw colored to red, and sweet cherry harvest may begin at the end of the week for early varieties. -
The 2024 outlook for spotted wing drosophila in Michigan cherry orchards
Published on June 20, 2024
Warm and wet conditions have sparked early detection of spotted wing drosophila, which is likely to mean 2024 will be a challenging year for protecting fruit against this pest. -
Michigan chestnut crop report for the week of June 20, 2024
Published on June 20, 2024
Black stem borer is still active. Asian chestnut gall wasp emergence is imminent in infested orchards in southern Michigan. -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 19, 2024
Published on June 19, 2024
Essential updates on weather, vine growth, disease management and pest control. Stay informed and optimize your vineyard's health and productivity! -
West central Michigan small fruit update – June 19, 2024
Published on June 19, 2024
Blueberry harvest has started in west Michigan with fruit of high quality and flavor. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 18, 2024
Published on June 18, 2024
Hot weather means thirsty plants. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 18, 2024
Published on June 18, 2024
Hot and wet weather are in the forecast. Growers are gearing up to cover ripening fruit to control insects and fungal diseases. Spotted wing drosophila has been caught in cherry and strawberry blocks. -
New prairie strip partial budget tool
Published on June 18, 2024
What does it cost to convert cropland to prairie strips?