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Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 5, 2026

Published on May 6, 2026
The cold weather pattern continues across northwest Michigan as fruit crops slowly inch forward out of dormancy. Frost is in the forecast.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 6, 2026

Published on May 6, 2026
Bloom timing has been uneven across the region. Now is the time to protect pollinators during bloom.
Managing ambrosia beetles in apple fact sheet

Published on May 6, 2026
New fact sheet on ambrosia beetle management covers black stem borers and maiche borers, two beetles that can become pests of stressed apple trees in Michigan.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 5, 2026

Published on May 6, 2026
Weather stays cool this week.
Michigan Tree Fruit Commission investments in MSU research deliver results

Published on May 5, 2026
The Michigan Tree Fruit Commission, a grower-led organization, has supported MSU AgBioResearch infrastructure at tree fruit research stations across the state.