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Map of Michigan’s Fruit Belt

This map shows the major fruit producing counties in Michigan’s fruit belt. The region is unique as the frost is held off late into the season by the lake staying warmer then the air, while spring has a more consistent temperature due to the lakes.

Map of Michigan's Fruit Belt

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Written by Tamás Varga
A sociologist and English major by degree, I've worked in the area of civil society & human rights and have been blogging in the fields of travel, nature & science for over 20 years.
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