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Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 15, 2025

Published on October 15, 2025
Harvest of late-season apple varieties is beginning at some locations this week. Apple harvest is wrapping up for some commercial growers across the region.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – October 15, 2025

Published on October 15, 2025
Harvest of late-season apple varieties is beginning at some locations this week. Apple harvest is wrapping up for some commercial growers across the region.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – October 15, 2025

Published on October 15, 2025
Final apple maturity report for 2025. Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – October 8, 2025

Published on October 10, 2025
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 8, 2025

Published on October 8, 2025
A storm brought some relief from the heat on October 6-7 as apple harvest continues across the region.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – October 8, 2025

Published on October 8, 2025
A storm brought some relief from the heat on Oct. 6-7 as apple harvest continues across the region.
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and MDARD testing for winter 2025 through spring 2026

Published on October 7, 2025
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions with MDARD testing.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – October 1, 2025

Published on October 2, 2025
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – October 1, 2025

Published on October 1, 2025
While we’re in a warm stretch of weather for fall, hot days and cool nights have led to excellent coloring weather and sugar levels in apples.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 1, 2025

Published on October 1, 2025
Golden Delicious, Empire and Ambrosia are being harvested. Red Delicious, Fuji and Idared are still immature.