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West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 11, 2024

Published on September 11, 2024
Gala and September Wonder Fuji harvest has begun in the west central region. Honeycrisp are mature, and red color development has greatly improved since last week.
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 11, 2024

Published on September 11, 2024
Apples are ripening one to two weeks before most years, and growers are actively harvesting Honeycrisp. Other varieties will be right on the heels of this variety with ripening.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 11, 2024

Published on September 11, 2024
Fourth apple maturity report for the Grand Rapids region.
Grants for farm research and outreach as well as building partnerships

Published on September 10, 2024
SARE grants available to foster cooperation between agriculture professionals and small groups of farmers and ranchers.
Dirt to Glass 2024: Elevating Michigan's wine industry with global insights

Published on September 10, 2024
Exploring cutting-edge viticulture and winemaking techniques to propel Michigan’s wine industry onto the world stage.
Seasonal temperatures, fruit development and storability: How does 2024 compare to the previous 17 years?

Published on September 9, 2024
Field temperatures affect fruit condition and storability. Look back at seasonal temperatures across Michigan and what it means for Gala fruit development.
Produce safety cleaning and sanitizing workshop hosted in Holt, November 18

Published on September 6, 2024
The FSMA Produce Safety Rule requires growers to inspect, maintain, clean and sanitize all food contact surfaces of equipment and tools, but what does this mean? Join experts for this workshop focused on on-farm cleaning and sanitization best practices.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – September 6, 2024

Published on September 6, 2024
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 4, 2024

Published on September 5, 2024
Gala and September Wonder Fuji harvest has begun in the west central region. Honeycrisp are mature, and red color development has greatly improved since last week.
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 4, 2024

Published on September 5, 2024
All apple varieties tested this week are moving toward maturity. The weather is looking good for color development.