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Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – August 27, 2025

Published on August 27, 2025
Cooler temperatures and sunshine have enhanced red color in ripening apples as Gala, Honey Crisp and Macintosh head towards harvest.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – August 27, 2025

Published on August 27, 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 – August 26, 2025

Published on August 26, 2025
Wine grape harvest begins.
Michigan Apple Cost of Production 2025 report is now available

Published on August 26, 2025
New MSU Extension bulletin shows cost breakdowns and provides estimated revenues and profits.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 19, 2025

Published on August 21, 2025
Red Haven harvest, early apples and veraison in grapes.
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – August 20, 2025

Published on August 20, 2025
Harvest is approaching for many early season apple varieties in southwest Michigan, with some varieties expected to be harvested a week earlier than normal depending on location.
Michigan apple harvest prediction dates for 2025

Published on August 6, 2025
Michigan State University Extension apple team releases predicted harvest dates for five production areas in Michigan.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – August 5, 2025

Published on August 5, 2025
Cherry harvest has wrapped up in northern Michigan. Apricots are ripe and in the market stands.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 5, 2025

Published on August 5, 2025
Red Haven harvest, early apples and veraison in grapes.
Michigan State University Extension seeks input from pesticide applicators and agribusiness on new EPA regulations

Published on August 4, 2025
Please complete this brief survey to assist MSU Extension in identifying needs related to pesticide label changes, Bulletins Live! Two and the Endangered Species Act.