USDA declares disaster for Michigan's sweet cherry crop in 11 counties, citing 75% loss due to insect and disease damage.

The USDA has declared a disaster for Michigan's sweet cherry crop, impacting 11 counties, including Antrim and Grand Traverse. A mild winter and warm, wet conditions have led to a 75% loss in production, largely due to insect and disease damage. In response to Governor Gretchen Whitmer's request, affected farmers can now apply for low-interest federal loans to mitigate their losses. The disaster declaration aims to support the struggling cherry industry.

October 15, 2024
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