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Aerial application: A sign of spring crop production
Published on June 13, 2024
Aerial applications are valuable for timing pest management regardless of soil conditions. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – June 6, 2024
Published on June 6, 2024
Sidedress nitrogen applications began in earnest. Slugs caused severe damage in some no-till soybean fields, leading to replanting of those fields. -
MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues as growing season picks up speed
Published on June 5, 2024
It’s not too late to join the live series that provides timely, relevant information to field crops farmers and connects them to MSU specialists weekly. -
Does your insurance cover storm damage to irrigation systems?
Published on June 3, 2024
Is your farm covered if irrigation systems fail or can’t be timely replaced? -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 30, 2024
Published on May 30, 2024
Significant planting progress made for both corn and soybeans. Potatoes began flowering. Stripe rust in wheat continues to be confirmed throughout the state. -
Michigan plant leaders play key role in new climate resiliency program
Published on May 29, 2024
Leaders from the Michigan Plant Coalition began discussions in 2016 on ways their industries could prepare for challenges brought upon by climate change. -
Directed spray applications in corn coming up in June 6 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast
Published on May 28, 2024
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on June 6 for management recommendations on directed spray applications in corn. -
Wheat fungicide: Informing your spray decision for the 2024 season
Published on May 23, 2024
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on May 30 for management recommendations on your wheat fungicide spraying to keep your yield protected. -
Irrigation supply companies, an irrigator’s hero after the storm
Published on May 23, 2024
Irrigation companies prioritize pivot repairs following storm damage to reduce potential yield loss. Watch for symptoms of storm damage to irrigation structures and reduce the likelihood of economic loss from damage as much as possible. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 23, 2024
Published on May 23, 2024
Warm, dry weather leads to significant planting progress. Winter wheat began and finished flowering. Colorado potato beetle egg masses found.