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Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 14, 2020

Published on July 14, 2020
Summer fruit harvest is continuing. The brief rains and cool weather was a welcome break, but heat and humidity will return.
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila update – July 14, 2020

Published on July 14, 2020
Spotted wing Drosophila populations are active and growers should be protecting susceptible crops.
East Michigan fruit update – July 14, 2020

Published on July 14, 2020
Much needed precipitation brought some relief to some growers. For others less fortunate, drought conditions continue. Summer red and black raspberry harvest continues and blueberry harvest is starting for a few farms.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 8, 2020

Published on July 8, 2020
Vinifera grape bloom is continuing in northern Michigan. Egglaying by the next generation of grape berry moth is expected to start soon in southwest Michigan.
East Michigan fruit update – July 7, 2020

Published on July 7, 2020
Drought conditions have worsened. It has been nearly a month since most farms received rain. Black raspberry harvest is staring, summer red raspberry and saskatoon harvest continues, and tart cherry harvest is nearly complete.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 7, 2020

Published on July 7, 2020
Summer fruit harvest is underway. Blueberries, cherries and raspberries are being harvested. A hot, dry week will slow plant and pest development.
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila update – July 7, 2020

Published on July 7, 2020
SWD populations are active and growers should be protecting susceptible crops.
MSU to host agriculture and natural resources field days from afar

Published on July 1, 2020
Events will showcase ongoing research projects, provide timely information to producers
Supporting Michigan’s wine industry in challenging climatic conditions

Published on July 1, 2020
Despite the wine industry’s blossoming popularity, several factors can limit the success of wine grapes in Michigan’s climate. Paolo Sabbatini studies ways to mitigate damage.
Detecting emerging pesticide resistance in grapes

Published on July 1, 2020
Timothy Miles, assistant professor and Extension specialist in Michigan State University’s (MSU) Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences, researches the most effective management strategies for grape diseases.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 1, 2020

Published on July 1, 2020
Vinifera grape bloom is continuing in northern Michigan. Egglaying by the next generation of grape berry moth is expected to start soon in southwest Michigan.
Mid-season management of grape berry moth

Published on July 1, 2020
Spray after the July 4 weekend to protect against the second generation of grape berry moth.
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila update – June 30, 2020

Published on June 30, 2020
Hot weather is here and SWD populations are rising; growers should begin protecting susceptible crops.
East Michigan fruit update – June 30, 2020

Published on June 30, 2020
Strawberry harvest has finished at most farms. Summer red raspberry, sweet cherry and saskatoon harvest is getting started. A few areas received good precipitation last weekend, but drought conditions continue in most areas.
Grapevine powdery mildew fungicide resistance survey

Published on June 30, 2020
Michigan State University is seeking help to conduct a survey for QoI/FRAC 11 resistant powdery mildew populations around the Great Lakes region.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 30, 2020

Published on June 30, 2020
The warm, dry week has moved many fruits. Early color can be seen on cherries and many small fruits.
Michigan Grape Facts: Managing Botrytis Bunch Rot

Published on June 24, 2020
Gray mold or bunch rot can cause serious yield loss but there are a variety of tools that can be used to protect grapes.
Michigan grape scouting report – June 24, 2020

Published on June 24, 2020
Grape bloom has started in northern Michigan. Summer insect and disease management programs are starting in southern Michigan.
Managing botrytis bunch rot in grapes

Published on June 24, 2020
New grape fact sheet on botrytis bunch rot offers a variety of tools to protect grapes.
East Michigan fruit update – June 23, 2020

Published on June 23, 2020
Strawberry harvest continues across east Michigan. Summer red raspberry harvest is getting started. Most areas of the region are in moderate drought conditions.