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Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 15, 2026

Published on April 15, 2026
Southwest Michigan is experiencing April showers and warm weather.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 8, 2026

Published on April 8, 2026
Fruit are still waking up despite this week’s chill.
Register for the 2026 MSU Spring Spray Drone Fly-In

Published on April 1, 2026
Refine your spray drone skills at Michigan’s premier hands-on workshop on April 8 and earn Michigan RUP credits.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – March 31, 2026

Published on April 1, 2026
This is the first fruit scouting report of the season.
MSU research bolsters Michigan blueberry industry

Published on February 10, 2026
Michigan State University and the Michigan blueberry industry partner to advance one of the nation's leading blueberry growing states.
A report on Sumisansui rollup irrigation systems

Published on January 7, 2026
A Japanese company is rolling out a new way to irrigate.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – October 15, 2025

Published on October 15, 2025
Final apple maturity report for 2025. Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – October 8, 2025

Published on October 10, 2025
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
Michigan grape scouting report – October 8, 2025

Published on October 8, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
Michigan grape scouting report – October 1, 2025

Published on October 2, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.