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Michigan vegetable crop report – July 16, 2025

Published on July 17, 2025
Sweet corn season begins while weather brings opportunities and challenges.
MSU Extension’s Nikki Rothwell named 2025 Cherry Industry Person of the Year

Published on July 17, 2025
MSU Extension’s Nikki Rothwell was named the 2025 Cherry Industry Person of the Year at the National Cherry Festival for her leadership in research, grower outreach and advocacy, and for her lasting impact on Michigan’s cherry industry.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 17, 2025

Published on July 17, 2025
Corn is in early reproductive stages, and detasseling in seed corn is in earnest. High temperatures and little precipitation have resulted in spider mite infestations in soybeans.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 15, 2025

Published on July 16, 2025
Blueberry and raspberry harvests continue while early peaches and apples come to market.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 16, 2025

Published on July 16, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – July 15, 2025

Published on July 16, 2025
Cherry harvest is in full swing, and apricots are being harvested.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – July 15, 2025

Published on July 15, 2025
Growers are harvesting sweet and tart cherries. There is significant pressure from American brown rot and spotted wing drosophila with the warm and humid conditions.
Michigan chestnut crop report – July 10, 2025

Published on July 14, 2025
Japanese beetle and rose chafer adults are out and active. Symptoms of wilt are being reported in some orchards.
Michigan hop pest report - July 10, 2025

Published on July 14, 2025
Disease pressure is high. Japanese beetle adults are active.
Michigan hop crop report week of July 10, 2025

Published on July 14, 2025
Growers are optimistic about the 2025 hop crop.