MSU Extension Peaches

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  2022 Fruit insecticide registration update

  Published on April 5, 2022
  Summary of insecticide and miticide label additions, clarifications and corrections to the 2022 Michigan Fruit Management Guide (E0154).

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  West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 5, 2022

  Published on April 5, 2022
  Trees are still dormant in west central Michigan.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 5, 2022

  Published on April 5, 2022
  Most crops have continued development despite last week’s cool weather.

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  Monday night southwest Michigan fruit IPM meetings are back April 11

  Published on March 29, 2022
  These weekly updates, held virtually and in person, will keep growers current on pest and disease developments throughout the season and offer RUP credits.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – March 29, 2022

  Published on March 29, 2022
  This is the first update for the season. All fruit crops made it through the winter in good shape. Buds are swelling on early tree fruit.

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  Using pneumatic defoliation to improve fruit color and quality in apple: A follow-up from the International Tree Fruit Association Annual Conference

  Published on March 17, 2022
  A summary of research from the Laimburg Research Centre and Cornell University for improving quality for fresh market apple varieties.

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  Apple replant disease and soil health assessments: A follow-up from the International Tree Fruit Association annual conference

  Published on March 8, 2022
  A summary of apple replant disease and bio-renovation strategies for disease management.