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  • February 1st 2026 Issue
  • Story by Matt Milkovich
  • Illustration by Jared Johnson

    • Penciling out profitable plantings

    Michigan State University apple budget weighs high-density versus semidwarf and other production factors.

    Michigan State University researchers gather cost-of-production data to determine the most profitable plantings for Michigan growers.

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    Apples, Matt Milkovich, Jared Johnson, February 1st 2026 Issue
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    Matt Milkovich
    Matt Milkovich joined the Good Fruit Grower staff in 2019. From his home base in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Milkovich brings a depth of experience in the fruit industry and the perspective from east of the Mississippi. You can reach him at matt@goodfruit.com or 616-633-5669.
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