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Michigan vegetable crop report – July 9, 2025

Published on July 10, 2025
Things are growing, being harvested, and disease control time is here in cucurbits.
Wheat Watchers Week of July 9, 2025

Published on July 10, 2025
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week.
White mold and tar spot: Are your fields at risk?

Published on July 10, 2025
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues on July 17 with Marty Chilvers discussing tar spot and white mold management considerations.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 10, 2025

Published on July 10, 2025
Tar spot was confirmed in Cass County. With corn starting to tassel, scout for tar spot and western bean cutworm. Wheat reached physiological maturity, and harvest began.
Do you feel the need…the need for seed (treatment)?

Published on July 10, 2025
Join MSU Extension for field crops seed treatment webinars every Tuesday in August. One RUP credit per webinar is available in 1A, 4 or private core.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – July 9, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Tart cherry harvest has begun in west central Michigan.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 9, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Sweet cherry harvest will begin this week. Growers have been busy managing ripening fruit for American brown rot and spotted wing drosophila.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Fruit is ripening in southwest Michigan.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 8, 2025
Cherry and raspberry harvest continues while blueberries start.