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West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 26, 2022
Published on April 26, 2022
A warmup over the weekend led to rapid changes in tree phenology, but cooler weather this week will slow growth down again. -
The next step in your on-farm produce safety work: On-Farm Readiness Review
Published on April 25, 2022
The Michigan on-farm produce safety team helps Michigan produce growers assess their farm’s readiness related to the FSMA Produce Safety Rule. -
Michigan beekeepers and growers featured in Honey Bee Health Coalition’s Bee Integrated Demonstration Project
Published on April 22, 2022
Videos showcase strong relationships and communication between Michigan growers and commercial beekeepers to support honey bee health and pollination. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 19, 2022
Published on April 19, 2022
Bloom has begun in apricots. More blooming crops are expected by the end of the week. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 19, 2022
Published on April 19, 2022
Winter is still lingering with a mix of rain and snowfall over the past week. Most buds remain swollen or are beginning to show side green, but a warmup this weekend will likely push growth. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 13, 2022
Published on April 13, 2022
A warm up this week has led to an accumulation in degree days, but cooler temperatures into the weekend and early next week will slow development. Most buds remain dormant or show side green. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 12, 2022
Published on April 12, 2022
Petal tissues are starting to be seen in some stone fruit. Some apples are near tight cluster. Development will continue with this week’s warmer weather. -
Pollinator supportive trees and shrubs for farm and orchard windbreaks
Published on April 8, 2022
Fruit growers can support bee health and other wildlife by thoughtfully selecting woody plants for their windbreaks. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 5, 2022
Published on April 5, 2022
Most crops have continued development despite last week’s cool weather. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 5, 2022
Published on April 5, 2022
Trees are still dormant in west central Michigan.