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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.
Emergency loans for farmers in Michigan’s 2024 disaster areas

Published on August 6, 2025
Farmers in 46 Michigan counties may be eligible for USDA Emergency Farm Loans; apply by November 28, 2025.
Michigan grape scouting report – August 6, 2025

Published on August 6, 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 – 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.
Have you experienced barriers or challenges to accessing farmland? We want to know!

Published on July 30, 2025
Take part in a survey from a joint MIFarmLink-MSU Extension research project funded through a SARE grant.
Michigan grape scouting report – July 30, 2025

Published on July 30, 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.
Using the 2025 Michigan Apple Cost of Production Study

Published on July 29, 2025
Apply the results to your farm’s numbers.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – July 29, 2025

Published on July 29, 2025
Cherry harvest is finished for many growers, and early peaches and plums are being harvested.