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  Apples

  With more than 900 million pounds of apples produced per year, apples are Michigan's largest fruit crop. MSU Extension offers a variety of programming to assist farmers in orchard management and tree growth.

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  Canning Applesauce

  Published on May 13, 2019
  Select Michigan apples that are sweet, juicy and crisp. For a tart favor, add 1 to 2 pounds of tart apples to each 3 pounds of sweeter fruit. An average of 21 pounds is needed per canner load of 7 quarts; an average of 13½ pounds is needed per canner load of 9 pints.

• Microwave Baked Apples

  Try this simple, warm desert!

• Apple, Carrot and Raisin Salad

  Use up your Michigan apples in a different way with this apple, carrot, and raisin salad.

• Apple Dip

  Apples are packed full of heart-healthy fiber and they make a great grab and go snack. Try dipping your next apple in this tasty Apple Dip!

• Baked Apples and Squash

  We combined Michigan apples and butternut squash in this tasty Apple-Squash Casserole.

• Microwave-Baked Apples

  Published on October 27, 2014
  For maximum quality, store apples in a cool place, between 32 and 40 °F. Apples stored at this temperature maintain nutritional benefits such as B vitamins, fiber and vitamin C and can be kept for about a month. There are many varieties of apples, and they can be prepared in many ways.

• Pear Party Salsa

  Published on September 9, 2016
  Honey is a great natural sweetener to add to any of your favorite dishes. It contains throat-soothing properties and nutrients that give you energy.

• Homemade Apple Sauce

  Try our easy applesauce recipe and freeze the leftovers for later!

• Red Beet and Apple Salad

  Published on May 13, 2019
  

• A Practical Guide to Scouting Apple Orchards

  A Practical Guide to Scouting Apple Orchards Online Course was developed by MSU Extension and builds off of the original DVD produced by MSU's Integrated Pest Management Program Office. The goal of this course is to provide users with the knowledge needed to effectively, efficiently and safely scout apple orchards.

• Apr 5

  Spring 2021 Statewide Tree Fruit Webinar Series

  April 5, 2021 12:00PM – 1:00PM

  These free webinars are for commercial tree fruit growers to discuss crop and pest management in cherry and apple orchards. The webinars will be held on Zoom Monday through Friday, April 5-16 at 12-1 PM EST.

• Mar 19

  Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop - Dickinson

  March 19, 2020 3:30PM – 5:00PM W6720 Maplewood Dr., Iron Mountain, MI 49801

  Proper fruit tree care and pruning is important for overall tree health and fruit development. This workshop will provide 'smart' tree care and proper pruning practices.

• Sep 28

  Trevor Nichols Research Center Field Day

  September 28, 2021 1:00PM – 4:00PM Trevor Nichols Research Center, 6237 124th Ave, Fennville, MI 49408

  Field day will highlight fruit insect, disease and weed research.

• Oct 14

  Michigan Apple Crunch 2021

  October 14, 2021 – October 31, 2021

  Join the 2021 Michigan Great Apple Crunch to celebrate Michigan farmers, healthy kids, and strong communities this October.

• Bernard Zandstra

  Bernard Zandstra is conducting research at Michigan State University's Clarksville Research Center to help farmers keep their apple orchards weed free.

• Agricultural Weather Forecast for June 1, 2021

  Published on June 1, 2021

  MSU agricultural meteorologist Jeff Andresen presents weather forecasts focusing on farmer’s interests to the MSU Extension fruit team.

• Improving tree fruit nutrient, pesticide application processes

  Researchers at Clarksville Research Center are conducting a multi-state, multi-disciplinary study to develop a new way of getting foliar inputs into apples and cherries.

• Agricultural Weather Forecast for April 13, 2021

  Published on April 13, 2021

  MSU agricultural meteorologist Jeff Andresen presents weather forecasts focusing on farmer’s interests to the MSU Extension fruit team.

• Agricultural Weather Forecast for May 18, 2021

  Published on May 18, 2021

  MSU agricultural meteorologist Jeff Andresen presents weather forecasts focusing on farmer’s interests to the MSU Extension fruit team.

• Agricultural Weather Forecast for April 20, 2021

  Published on April 20, 2021

  MSU agricultural meteorologist Jeff Andresen presents weather forecasts focusing on farmer’s interests to the MSU Extension fruit team.