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Fruit growers need to be aware of significant pesticide label changes

Published on April 25, 2025
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 22, 2025

Published on April 22, 2025
The region is seeing warm weather and bud movement.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 22, 2025

Published on April 22, 2025
Bud development is slow and steady with the cool weather, but changes are still occurring as we inch closer to bloom.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 16, 2025

Published on April 16, 2025
With cooler weather over the past few weeks, changes in bud phenology have been slow in the west central region. Growers have been applying dormant sprays to manage peach leaf curl and San Jose scale as needed before bud break.
Southeast Michigan fruit update - April 15, 2025

Published on April 15, 2025
Not much movement since last week. First scab sprays are being applied.
Southeast Michigan fruit update - April 8, 2025

Published on April 8, 2025
Apples are at green tip and blueberries are at bud swell.
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants

Published on March 11, 2025
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you.
EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan may impact pesticide applicators in Michigan

Published on November 11, 2024
Pesticide applicators may experience label changes aimed at protecting particularly vulnerable endangered species.
Weed management in fruit trees starts with fall herbicide application

Published on October 23, 2024
Fall is an important time to control woody perennials and application of preemergence herbicides in orchards.
New spotted lanternfly bulletin for Michigan homeowners and residents

Published on September 23, 2024
This bulletin provides an overview of spotted lanternfly to help residents prepare as this invasive insect spreads in Michigan.