MSU Extension Grapes

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 25, 2021

  Published on May 25, 2021
  With the warm weather came rapid fruit development. Water stress is showing up as a result of the lack of rain in southwest Michigan.

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  Periodical cicadas are emerging: Should Michigan fruit growers be concerned?

  Published on May 24, 2021
  Brood X of the periodical cicada can soon be found throughout the Midwest including parts of southern Michigan. They may become a nuisance, but don’t expect any significant fruit crop injury.

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  MSU Extension’s grape scouting reports for 2021

  Published on May 19, 2021
  Michigan State University Extension will provide weekly reports of scouting efforts across the state, covering many parts of grape growing including vine phenology and horticultural updates, pest and disease management, and weather.

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  Michigan grape scouting report – May 19, 2021

  Published on May 19, 2021
  This is the first of our weekly grape scouting reports covering the state of Michigan for 2021. Sign up to receive these reports by email.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 18, 2021

  Published on May 18, 2021
  Tree fruit crops are beginning to size, making load assessments easier this week. So far, most crops survived the April freezes well.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 11, 2021

  Published on May 11, 2021
  Cool weather and scattered frosts have kept fruit growers scrambling, but only a little damage has been reported.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 4, 2021

  Published on May 4, 2021
  The warm week stimulated quick development. Many crops have made it through the freezes in good shape.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 27, 2021

  Published on April 27, 2021
  The freezes on Wednesday and Thursday mornings damaged most fruit crops. Few areas saw serious damage.

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  Water up and irrigate in

  Published on April 27, 2021
  Over the wide variety of planting and soil-applied herbicide situations, most irrigated producers will gain from an early-season irrigation application. The limiting factor is whether the irrigation system is ready to go.

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  Fall and winter drought could cause challenges in crops

  Published on April 22, 2021
  Below normal precipitation during the fall and winter has resulted in a decline in groundwater levels. Producers need to prepare for potential challenges, especially if they irrigate crops.