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West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 7, 2023
Published on September 7, 2023
Premier Honeycrisp and Minneiska harvest is wrapping up in the west central region. McIntosh, Gala and Honeycrisp harvest will be starting shortly for some growers. -
Michigan grape scouting report – September 6, 2023
Published on September 6, 2023
It's time for harvest, and growers are looking forward to a bountiful yield. -
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 6, 2023
Published on September 6, 2023
Apple maturity is moving along quickly across northwest Michigan, and early variety apple harvest is underway, including Premier Honeycrisp, Zestar, Ginger Gold and SweeTango. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – September 5, 2023
Published on September 6, 2023
Peaches and blueberries are winding down and grape growers are getting ready for harvesting. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – September 6, 2023
Published on September 6, 2023
Thanks to all our readers! This is the last report of the season. We hope harvest goes well! -
Upcoming MSU Extension field day offered in Monroe County
Published on September 1, 2023
Enhance your knowledge of conservation agricultural practices with this exciting educational opportunity on September 13. -
A century of soil testing in Michigan
Published on August 31, 2023
Jon Dahl discusses the changes and challenges of soil testing in Michigan for almost a century. -
Upper Peninsula MSU Extension Master Gardener recognized for 1,000 volunteer hours
Published on August 31, 2023
Advanced MSU Extension Master Gardener Sue Wanic earns her gold badge for 1,000 hours of service. -
West central Michigan apple maturity report – August 31, 2023
Published on August 31, 2023
Early apple varieties are being harvested this week in the west central region. This week has brought cool nights and great weather for red color development. -
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – August 30, 2023
Published on August 31, 2023
Apples in southwest Michigan are expected to mature a few days earlier than last year.