Following several weeks of extreme heat and then hazardous wildfire smoke, farmers are now warning that soaring temperatures could shorten this year's blueberry season and put added stress on one of our state's signature crops. -- Alina Hauter, Fox17According to the Michigan Ag Council, Michigan is one of America’s largest producing blueberry states, producing an average yield of 5,100 lb/acre. Most of Michigan’s commercial blueberry production is located in southwest Michigan where sandy glacial soils and high-water tables result in excellent blueberry soils. Blueberries and cranberries belong to the same plant genus, Vaccinium, which is why some Michigan blueberry farms also grow cranberries, such as DeGrandchamp Farms in South Haven. 8 Tips For U-Pick Blueberry Season in Michigan Blueberry season in The Mitten lasts from July through September.