Family apple farm thriving in Southeast Michigan
Swindeman family succeeds despite distance from the rest of the state’s apple industry.
Growers vote to renew Michigan Apple Committee
Michigan’s apple producers have approved a referendum to continue the Michigan Apple Advertising and Promotion Program, also known as the Michigan Apple Committee, for another five years...
Growers have an IPM message to tell
MSU speaker says growers need to promote the IPM practices they already do, while still eyeing emerging tools.
Industry appreciates how Adam loves apples
A blogger with over 300 apple reviews under his belt shares his insights with the industry.
AI for spot ID
Cornell working on machine learning for apple disease detection.
A new place for spore traps
Devices help scientists study pathogens, fungicide resistance in Michigan vineyards.
Fire blight’s reappearing act
New York’s fire blight problems get more complicated.
Honeycrisp storage passport stamped
Cornell researchers refine bitter pit prediction method.
IFTA tour visits modern, resilient Michigan orchards
On Day 2 of the annual conference, IFTA buses visited a few locations on the Fruit Ridge north of Grand Rapids, where most of Michigan’s apples grow.
Why DIY with nursery trees?
Eastern growers see cheaper trees and more management with on-farm nurseries.