Established 1979
This 137-acre center sits in the five-county northwestern region that produces almost half of the U.S. supply of tart cherries and is responsible for 83 percent of sweet cherry production in Michigan. Founded through the efforts of the northwestern Michigan area fruit industry, the center is the premier research site for integrated pest management, horticultural production and handling, value-added processing, marketing and farm financial management practices for sweet and tart cherries, wine grapes, apples, plums and hops. In addition to creating and expanding knowledge through leading-edge research on cherries and other fruits, the center disseminates state-of-the-art information to the Michigan fruit industry and the public.
News
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Michigan grape scouting report – September 10, 2025
Published on September 11, 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. -
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – September 10, 2025
Published on September 10, 2025
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking. -
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 9, 2025
Published on September 9, 2025
Apple maturity is moving along, and color has improved tremendously with last week’s cooler temperatures. SweeTango harvest is underway. -
Michigan Apple Cider Contest returns for 27th edition
Published on September 4, 2025
Open to commercial apple producers, the contest takes place at the Great Lakes Expo on Dec. 10, 2025. -
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – September 4, 2025
Published on September 4, 2025
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.