MSU Extension Grapes

News

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  Michigan grape scouting report – June 14, 2023

  Published on June 15, 2023
  Most of Michigan will experience a hot and dry week.

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  Mite management in tree fruits under hot and dry weather conditions

  Published on June 13, 2023
  There are many options available for mite control in fruit crops.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 6, 2023

  Published on June 6, 2023
  Strawberry harvest has begun. Others like sweet cherries are not far behind.

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  Maximizing grapevine canopy potential: Optimizing pre-bloom shoot thinning and positioning

  Published on June 5, 2023
  Learn how proper canopy management contributes to vine health, grape quality and sustainable viticulture practices, ensuring long-term success in grapevine cultivation.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 30, 2023

  Published on May 30, 2023
  Tree fruit thinning is continuing. Fruit set is looking good for all fruit crops in the region.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 23, 2023

  Published on May 23, 2023
  Plum curculio damage is being seen. Oriental fruit moth and codling moth flight is underway. Grape berry moth biofix is expected soon.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 16, 2023

  Published on May 16, 2023
  Strawberry bloom is underway across the region. Apple bloom is finishing. Most stone fruit is out of the shuck.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 9, 2023

  Published on May 9, 2023
  Stone fruit are largely finished with bloom. Apple and blueberry bloom is now underway.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 25, 2023

  Published on May 2, 2023
  Growers have been watching the cool morning temperatures closely, but no significant damage has been reported so far.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 2, 2023

  Published on May 2, 2023
  A series of mornings below freezing this past week has caused sporadic damage to some crops, but prospects are still good in most locations.