Cherries
How cold is too cold? MSU experts say tree fruit buds should be safe
A notable cold snap is in the forecast this weekend across the Upper Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and the South. In some northern geographies, overnight lows will approach or even exceed -10° F. Understandably, this has raised... more »
Cherry Industry Administrative Board seeks 2026 board member nominees
The Cherry Industry Administrative Board (CIAB) is seeking nominees for a Public Alternate position on its board, according to a release from the company. This position is for a three-year term beginning June 1, 2026,... more »
New MSHS leader follows father’s tree fruit leadership
The new head of the Michigan State Horticulture Society (MSHS) is following in his father's footsteps by heading the organization that works to strengthen the state’s fruit and vegetable production leadership. Kyle Weber of southwest... more »
Cherry Industry Administrative Board seeks board members
The Cherry Industry Administrative Board (CIAB) is seeking nominations for grower members and at-large members. The CIAB is also seeking a public member and a public alternate. Member terms run from 2026 through 2027, 2028... more »
Michigan Tree Fruit Commission: Start-up funding maintains tree fruit competitiveness
The Michigan Tree Fruit Commission (MTFC) was established by a producer referendum in 2014 to collect an assessment on Michigan’s apples, cherries, peaches and plums to support tree fruit research. The MTFC has since funded... more »
Fresh Views: Cherry Choice: Successfully growing cherries
Growing cherries is both a rewarding and challenging endeavor. My family has been farming since 1935, starting with apples. However, as it became very difficult to harvest a small apple crop for profit, we shifted... more »
Cherry grower Cherry Ke promotes specialty ag through social media
Growing cherries in a region known as the “Cherry Capital of the World,” tree fruit grower Talon Felker is a social media influencer who’s on a mission to promote Michigan’s specialty crops. Through his social... more »
IFTA winter tour: New York orchard lessons
Growers participating in orchard tours and sessions at the International Fruit Tree Association’s (IFTA) annual conference learned how to be more efficient in their orchard operations. Sessions highlighted the difficult situation facing apple growers. “We’re... more »
Women in agriculture lead change and innovation
Women are increasingly stepping into pivotal roles in the ag industry, challenging stereotypes and reshaping how farming and food production move forward. From small family orchards to commercial operations to academic leadership, women in agriculture... more »
Pacific flatheaded borer threatening walnuts, other tree fruit
A field day is scheduled to address the Pacific flatheaded borer (PFB), a pest that is threatening walnuts and has been a threat to fruit trees. Walnut growers in Stanislaus County, California, are invited to... more »
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