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Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 12, 2026

Published on May 13, 2026
Cool weather has plants and insects moving slowly.
Early bloom in blueberries brings combined frost and thrips risks in west central Michigan

Published on May 13, 2026
Blueberry fields are entering early bloom. A mild winter followed by early spring temperatures accelerated plant development and insect activity, creating a combination of abiotic (frost) and biotic (thrips) risks for growers.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 5, 2026

Published on May 6, 2026
Weather stays cool this week.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on May 4, 2026
To raise awareness of pesticides currently impacted by the new EPA Bulletins Live! Two pesticide label directive, Michigan State University Extension will be generating a Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report twice a month.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 29, 2026

Published on April 29, 2026
Keep an eye on crop phenology as incoming weather cools down.
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.
MSU AgBioResearch launches Enviroweather Mobile app to support Michigan growers

Published on April 17, 2026
The launch of Enviroweather Mobile marks a major step forward in supporting on-the-go agricultural decision-making.
Pollinator stewardship during fruit crop bloom

Published on April 15, 2026
As bees come into fruit farms during bloom, growers can protect pollinators and minimize pesticide exposure.
Manejo de los polinizadores durante la floración de los cultivos frutales

Published on April 15, 2026
Como las abejas llegan a las explotaciones frutícolas durante la floración, los agricultores pueden proteger a los polinizadores y minimizar la exposición a los pesticidas.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 15, 2026

Published on April 15, 2026
Southwest Michigan is experiencing April showers and warm weather.