fruit farmers

Points North, Ep. 4: 'Sci-fi' virus to help cherries

By • Mar 14, 2019
George Sundin / Michigan State University

This week on Points North, a bacteria called cherry canker is attacking sweet cherry trees nationwide, but one Michigan scientist is developing a solution. Plus, how a new bill could help tart cherry farmers compete with cheap Turkish cherry imports.

Michigan fruit farmers literally lose sleep over cold spring weather

By • May 10, 2017

The past few days have seen unseasonable cold across much of Michigan, with temperatures falling below freezing in many parts of the state. A late freeze like this one threatens Michigan’s fruit crop at a crucial time in its annual cycle.