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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.
Updated Michigan Chestnut Management Guide now available

Published on May 12, 2026
The Michigan Chestnut Management Guide offers important information at your fingertips and is available for free.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 12, 2026

Published on May 12, 2026
Cool and dry conditions continued over the past week. Apple blooms are slowly opening, and bee hives have been placed in the orchards for pollination.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 12, 2026

Published on May 12, 2026
Cold weather continues across the region. Crop development is slow. Sweet cherry bloom is beginning, but honey bee activity to pollinate the cherries is minimal with the cool conditions.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 12, 2026

Published on May 12, 2026
Tree fruit are at petal fall and blueberries are in bloom.