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Michigan grape scouting report – June 16, 2021

Published on June 16, 2021
Grape bloom has started in northern Michigan. Bloom is continuing on vinifera wine grapes in southern Michigan as well.
MSU researchers analyzing novel technique to improve Michigan wine production

Published on June 16, 2021
Paolo Sabbatini and Ilce Medina Meza are studying how removing leaves from vine canopies early in the season can help Michigan wine producers grow high-quality grapes.
Rose chafer management for northwest vineyards

Published on June 15, 2021
Michigan's small fruit crops can be affected by the rose chafer beetles because adults can eat plant tissue in massive amounts.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 15, 2021

Published on June 15, 2021
Strawberry harvest continues. Sweet cherry harvest is beginning.
Michigan grape scouting report – June 9, 2021

Published on June 9, 2021
Grape bloom has started in southern Michigan. Bloom on hybrid wine grapes and early vinifera should begin soon in northern parts of the state. Now is a critical time to control diseases.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 8, 2021

Published on June 8, 2021
With the heat and lack of rain, some crops are beginning to show drought stress. Irrigation is important to maintain fruit and plant growth.
Michigan grape scouting report – June 2, 2021

Published on June 2, 2021
The heat from the past week helped grapes to move quickly. Shoots are lengthening throughout Michigan and clusters are becoming visible.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 1, 2021

Published on June 1, 2021
Last week’s rains were welcomed by the fruit crops, but more is needed to reverse this season’s lack of moisture.
Michigan grape scouting report – May 26, 2021

Published on May 26, 2021
Heat from the past week helped grapes move quickly. Shoots are lengthening throughout Michigan and clusters are becoming visible.
Pest management approaches in a winter or freeze damaged grape vineyard

Published on May 26, 2021
Growers may want to alter pest management practices depending on how much winter damage has occurred in vineyards.