Resources

Application of 1-MCP to Your Fruit: Options for Treatment and Impact on Aroma

Published on July 17, 2024
Sources of 1-MCP for fruit and vegetable treatments are noted and factors that affect the release kinetics of 1-MCP are discussed.
CA, DCA, and 1-MCP: Storage duration and aroma recovery in apples

Published on July 17, 2024
Learn how storage environment influences aroma production after fruit is removed from storage.
Gala Storage – Practical Options for Improving Quality

Published on July 17, 2024
A discussion of the sensitivities of Gala fruit to storage disorders and horticultural tools to control these disorders is provided.
Disorders and Storage of Ambrosia Apples

Published on July 17, 2024
This presentation documents several years of storage experiments with Ambrosia to optimize quality retention in storage.
The Biological Mechanism Behind Early and Late Apple Bud Sports

Published on July 17, 2024
Early and late sports of three apple varieties (Gala, Fuji, and Cripps Pink [Pink Lady]) were evaluated for their growth rate and maturation.
Rapid Fruit Growth, Vascular Dysfunction, and Bitter Pit

Published on July 17, 2024
The history and physiology of bitter pit is described.
2024 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Grand Rapids Area

Published on July 8, 2024
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the Grand Rapids region.
2024 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Southwest Michigan Region

Published on July 8, 2024
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the southwest Michigan region.
Biology and Management of the Lesser Chestnut Weevil in Michigan Chestnut Orchards

Published on June 27, 2024
This bulletin provides information about chestnut weevils in Michigan, including their biology and life cycle.
Helping Farm Families Transition their Farm Business to the Next Generation

Published on June 11, 2024
MSU Extension works to improve farm personal well-being and income, expand agriculture-related businesses and increase employment opportunities, leading to agriculture being one of the strongest industries within Michigan.