Midwest
MSU funds climate projects
Tree fruit benefits from four Michigan research and outreach projects funded through the new Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program. The program is a partnership involving Michigan State University, the Michigan Plant Coalition and the Michigan Department... more »
Michigan fruit update released
Michigan State University (MSU) has released a seasonal fruit production update. An April 16 email outlined updates on fruit crops in a variety of regions, including Southeast, West central, Grand Rapids and Southwest Michigan. ... more »
Grant Holley to lead Wisconsin cranberry group
Grant Holley is the new executive director of the Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association (WSCGA). Holley succeeds Tom Lochner, who was in the position for 35 years. Holley will join the WACGA in Wisconsin Rapids... more »
2024 Michigan Fruit Management Guide available
The Michigan Fruit Management Guide has been released by Michigan State University (MSU) Extension. This year’s version of the Michigan Fruit Management Guide has been released by Michigan State University (MSU) Extension. The Michigan Fruit... more »
MSU grape spring meeting focuses on season prep
Michigan State University Extension’s (MSU) grape spring kick-off meeting is scheduled to help growers prepare for the 2024 growing season. The meeting is scheduled for April 19 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the... more »
April apple storage up
Fresh and processing apple inventories are reported higher this April from the previous April, according to an April 10 report from the U.S. Apple Association. Every state except for Michigan and West Virginia reported storage... more »
Early season reminders for grower application timings
Because there have been starts and stops to the Michigan’s 2024 field season due to weather, Michigan State University Extension reminds growers to be on top of management decisions as phenological stages are likely to... more »
USApple webinar: little spring weather concern
As spring blooms move into the summer months, temperatures, drought, storms and potential late freezes can keep growers on their toes. Though high temperatures can be a concern, apple growers in the major U.S. growing... more »
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Michigan Ridgefest: Industry consumption push drives Ridgefest apple updates
Water quality management in orchards: Maintaining grove water
Grove insights: IFTA summer tour
Plum factors: Successful varieties offer growers opportunities
40U40 honorees
2025 Fruit & Nut Buyers’ Guide
Anaerobic soil disinfestation: Researchers study natural method to help strawberry growers
Washington tree fruit growers react to H-2A ruling
Organic Grower: Blue Bird Fruit
Fresh Views: Team approaches to disease management
Farm Market & Agritourism: Market channel assessment
Ag Labor Review: Candid discussions regarding ag labor dilemmas
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