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Northwest Michigan fruit update – July 1, 2026

Published on July 1, 2026
In addition to record-breaking rainfall in parts of Leelanau and Antrim counties, the weather has been extremely hot this week, increasing the risk for brown rot infection in ripening sweet cherries.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 1, 2026

Published on July 1, 2026
Heat, harvest and summer cover sprays take center stage.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 23, 2026

Published on June 23, 2026
Sweet and tart cherries are beginning to color, and strawberry harvest is ongoing.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 10, 2026

Published on June 10, 2026
High temperatures and rain forecasted for this week means summer is here.
Michigan State University Extension’s first Strawberry Day coming July 8

Published on June 9, 2026
Learn strawberry production and agritourism in southwest Michigan.