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East Michigan fruit regional report – August 16, 2016
Published on August 16, 2016
Much needed rain has finally come to almost all of east Michigan, bringing relief from the season-long drought for most fruit growers. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for Aug. 12, 2016
Published on August 12, 2016
Traps continue to catch high numbers of spotted wing Drosophila flies. As high risk of infestation continues to be expected, susceptible crops must be protected. -
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for Aug. 12, 2016
Published on August 12, 2016
With first detection of brown marmorated stink bug nymphs occurring this season in southwest Michigan, fruit and vegetable growers in the southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting for nymphs. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – August 9, 2016
Published on August 9, 2016
Late-season pests are flying. Peach volumes are increasing during the harvest of mid-season varieties. Blueberry harvest is winding down. -
East Michigan fruit regional report – August 9, 2016
Published on August 9, 2016
Drought conditions continue at most farms. Harvest continues for peaches, summer apples, plums, blueberries, blackberries and fall raspberries. -
Post-harvest wash water management for shelf life and food safety
Published on August 8, 2016
Washing fruits and vegetables properly in a dunk tank or hydrocooler can help extend shelf life and improve food safety. Improper washing increases the risk of a small food safety problem becoming a big one. -
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for Aug. 5, 2016
Published on August 5, 2016
First detection of brown marmorated stink bug nymphs this season in southwest Michigan; fruit and vegetable growers in the southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting for nymphs. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for Aug. 5, 2016
Published on August 5, 2016
Trap catches continue to remain high, especially near untreated plantings. High risk of infestation continues to be expected; susceptible crops must be protected. -
East Michigan fruit regional report – August 2, 2016
Published on August 2, 2016
Weekend precipitation came to a few farms, but drought conditions continue at most. Last week saw first trap catch of brown marmorated stink bug. Red Haven peach harvest started over the weekend for southern growers. -
Southwest Michigan fruit regional report – August 2, 2016
Published on August 2, 2016
Veraison is starting in grapes. Many late-season pests are flying. Blueberry, peach and plum harvest continues.