4 Grand Rapids Area Thomas Dudek Weather There has been seasonal conditions the past few days with highs in the 70 s and lows in the 50 s. Rainfall has been nonexistent in the area. Soil moisture conditions have been good for the harvestable crops, however late season crops are receiving irrigation. Commodities reports Onion harvest is in full swing across the area and yields range from 400 to 900 bags or more to the acre. Celery harvest will continue through early October.
Aphids still continue to be observed along with leafminers across the area.
There is little or no damage reported. Variegated cutworm adults are still caught in traps, however no larvae have been observed. Looper larvae can be observed as well as early and late blight in most areas. Pumpkin have seen some early maturation in fields and they are beginning to be cut lose for fall sales. Squash bugs increased dramatically over the past week.