New MSU web resource for cherry growers

Nikki Rothwell, Amy Irish-Brown, Joy Landis, Michigan State University Extension and IPM Program -

Editor’s note: This article is from the archives of the MSU Crop Advisory Team Alerts. Check the label of any pesticide referenced to ensure your use is included.

We have rolled out a new cherry website for this season that is designed to concentrate all of our MSU cherry-related resources into a “one-stop shopping” location. Please check us out on the web at www.cherries.msu.edu. Throughout the year, we will continue to expand this site. Presently, you will find:

  • Current season links to the CAT Alert and newsletters produced by the Northwest Michigan Horticultural Research Station.
  • Photos and descriptions of common insect pests, weeds and diseases of cherries.
  • Photos and descriptions of beneficial insects.
  • Weather and climate topics including cold hardiness, use of degree days, etc.
  • Varieties and rootstocks information.
  • Tips on specific horticultural practices.
  • Recommendations for effective pollination and information about pollinators.
  • Links to labor management, marketing and financial management resources.
  • A directory of MSUE local contacts for cherry growers.
  • Presentations from the Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show.

We are interested in your feedback, so please do not hesitate to give us your two cents at rothwel3@msu.edu.

Also, look forward to an apple website in the near future.

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