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Save the date for the 2026 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show

Published on September 15, 2025
Growers are encouraged to attend this two-day, premier educational program on Jan. 13-14, 2026, to discuss important issues for the Michigan fruit industry.
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 10, 2025

Published on September 11, 2025
Apple harvest in southwest Michigan is moving rapidly.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – September 10, 2025

Published on September 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.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 9, 2025

Published on September 10, 2025
Honeycrisp are being harvested.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 10, 2025

Published on September 10, 2025
Honeycrisp maturity has advanced with cooler temperatures. Red color is excellent across the region.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 10, 2025

Published on September 10, 2025
Honeycrisp maturity advanced quicker than expected this week, and red color has significantly improved across the region.
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 9, 2025

Published on September 9, 2025
Apple maturity is moving along, and color has improved tremendously with last week’s cooler temperatures. SweeTango harvest is underway.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 4, 2025

Published on September 5, 2025
Cooler temperatures continue this week, and a storm brought much needed rain to the region.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 4, 2025

Published on September 5, 2025
Cooler temperatures continue this week, and a storm brought much needed rain to the region. Honeycrisp harvest will begin next week for some growers.
Fall harvest safety tips

Published on September 5, 2025
Some common sense tips can help prevent injuries on the farm during harvest season.