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Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 22, 2026
Published on April 22, 2026
It was a frosty start to the week, but at least the rain has paused for now. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – April 22, 2026
Published on April 22, 2026
Assess fruit for frost damage and protect against fire blight. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 21, 2026
Published on April 21, 2026
Drier conditions are a welcome change this week. Bud phenology is advancing steadily across tree fruit crops. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 21, 2026
Published on April 21, 2026
The overnight low dropped to 23.1 degrees Fahrenheit April 19-20, and we are evaluating status of the buds on crops across the region. -
Microdochium patch (pink snow mold) of home lawns and golf courses
Published on April 17, 2026
Microdochium patch, commonly known as pink snow mold, is a common low-temperature disease of turfgrass in Michigan.