Resources
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Michigan Crunch Guide for K-12 Schools
Published on August 7, 2023
The Great Lakes Great Apple Crunch encourages healthy eating and supports farm to school and other local food purchasing initiatives throughout the region. -
Michigan Crunch Guide for Early Care and Education
Published on August 7, 2023
The Great Lakes Great Apple Crunch encourages healthy eating and supports farm to school and other local food purchasing initiatives throughout the region. -
Farmland Use in Michigan
Published on June 30, 2023
This brief analysis considers land use in the State of Michigan. The primary focus is on farmland and the different crops that are supported on that land. -
Interim Update on the Economic Impact of Michigan's Agri-Food System
Published on June 6, 2023
This document offers an interim update on the economic impact of Michigan's agri-food and agri-energy system. -
Spotted lanternfly: New pest alert for Michigan tree fruit growers
Published on March 1, 2023
Spotted lanternfly (SLF) is a new invasive pest to Michigan, and we are asking all growers to be on the lookout for this important new pest. -
Costs of Apple Production
Published on August 23, 2022
This spreadsheet includes updated cost and practices for apple production in Michigan, compiled by MSU Extension educators and industry members. -
Bulletin E-3426 Insurance Options for Fruit Growers
Published on July 20, 2022
This publication outlines insurance and risk management options available to Michigan fruit growers. -
Apple Thinning Strategies 2022
Published on May 10, 2022
Tools available for a precise, date-driven approach to apple thinning. -
2021 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates
Published on June 22, 2021
These tables summarize the harvest dates for apple varieties predicted by the Enviroweather Apple Maturity Model for regions across Michigan. -
Picture Table of Critical Spring Temperatures for Tree Fruit Bud Development Stages
Published on March 30, 2021
Picture table of common tree fruit with bud stage names and the critical temperature ranges that will cause between 10% and 90% injury to the flower buds, three pages long.