Resources

Insect and Disease IPM Scouting Guide for Michigan Apples

Published on January 22, 2026
This guide is intended to help growers and crop consultants identify the source of damage, pests, diseases and beneficial insects important to Michigan apples.
Michigan Fruit Management Guide 2026

Published on December 15, 2025
This publication is a guide in assisting fruit growers in the selection of pest control tools for the coming growing season.
Recordkeeping System for Crop Production

Published on October 27, 2025
A system for keeping records for pesticide application, nutrient application, manure application, animal burial and composting, irrigation and employee training.
Michigan Apple Cost of Production 2025

Published on September 2, 2025
This report summarizes our findings related to the costs of producing apples in Michigan.
2025 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – West Central Michigan Region

Published on July 28, 2025
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the west central Michigan region.
2025 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Southwest Michigan Region

Published on July 28, 2025
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the southwest Michigan region.
2025 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Northwest Michigan Region

Published on July 28, 2025
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the northwest Michigan region.
2025 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Grand Rapids, Michigan Region

Published on July 28, 2025
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the Grand Rapids, Michigan region.
2025 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Southeast Michigan Region

Published on July 22, 2025
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the southeast Michigan region.
Irrigation Scheduling Tools

Published on June 2, 2025
Irrigation scheduling provides information on the timing and amount of water to apply to meet crop needs.