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Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – August 27, 2026

Published on August 27, 2026
This is the first apple maturity report for 2026.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – August 26, 2026

Published on August 27, 2026
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 vegetable crop report – August 27, 2026

Published on August 27, 2026
Disease pressure is increasing in some crops. Whitefly and spider mites pressure remains high while corn earworm pressure was also high in west-central locations.
Michigan grape scouting report – August 26, 2026

Published on August 26, 2026
Concise, research-based updates on weather trends, vine development, pest pressure and disease risk.
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 19, 2026

Published on August 20, 2026
Disease pressure is increasing in some crops. Whitefly and spider mites pressure remains high while corn earworm pressure was also high in west-central locations.
The Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day returns to Michigan

Published on August 18, 2026
A full day tradeshow, weeding tool discussions and in-field demonstrations for managing weeds in row crops, vegetables and tree fruit with steep registration discounts for organic and organic-curious growers from Michigan, Illinois and Indiana.
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 12, 2026

Published on August 13, 2026
Melon, watermelon and sweet corn harvests are in full swing, with processing tomatoes close behind. Dry conditions are increasing pest pressure, while cucurbit downy mildew nears Michigan and vegetable diseases remain a concern.
Michigan grape scouting report – August 12, 2026

Published on August 12, 2026
Concise, research-based updates on weather trends, vine development, pest pressure and disease risk.
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 5, 2026

Published on August 6, 2026
Warm, dry weather continues as summer harvest expands.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 29, 2026

Published on July 29, 2026
Concise, research-based updates on weather trends, vine development, pest pressure and disease risk.