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West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 9, 2026

Published on June 10, 2026
Fruitlets are rapidly growing. It will be hot and humid this week before a cool down into the weekend.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – June 9, 2026

Published on June 10, 2026
Stone fruit pits are hardening and coloring.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 10, 2026

Published on June 10, 2026
High temperatures and rain forecasted for this week means summer is here.
2026 Michigan peach crop losses highlight management decisions for reduced crop orchards

Published on June 10, 2026
New MSU Extension bulletin helps peach growers balance input costs, canopy growth, and next season’s productivity.
Innovative agronomy tools and resources: Pesticides

Published on June 9, 2026
Innovation and adaptability are important for farm success. Explore these free tools and resources on pesticide products, certification and safety.
Innovative agronomy tools and resources: Soil health, conservation and fertility

Published on June 9, 2026
Innovation and adaptability are important for farm success. Explore these free tools and resources on improving soil health, conservation and fertility practices and decision-making.
Innovative agronomy tools and resources: Farm business

Published on June 9, 2026
Innovation and adaptability are important for farm success. Explore these free tools and resources that can help improve farm business management and networking.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 9, 2026

Published on June 9, 2026
Recent rain was much needed after an extended dry period. Fruit is sizing across orchard blocks. We are still in the thinning window for apples.
Innovative agronomy tools and resources: Pests

Published on June 9, 2026
Innovation and adaptability are important for farm success. Explore these free tools and resources on improving pest forecasting, identification and monitoring.
Michigan State University Extension’s first Strawberry Day coming July 8

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