Growth on the vine is very ragged with lots of variation on the vines. Frost in central Berrien County caused damage to the leaves and some of the clusters. Damage cannot be fully estimated until bloom when affected clusters may fall. In wine grapes, powdery mildew is also a concern. Grape berry moth adults are being trapped.
Strawberries are in bloom to small green fruit, depending on the variety and site.
Growers need to protect against tarnished plant bug that will cat-face newly developing fruit. We are finding leafrollers in some strawberry fields. In Raspberries flower buds are developing. We are finding leafrollers. Growers should be scouting for rust and other raspberry diseases.