Field Crops
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The Comeback of the European Corn Borer?
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Jocelyn Smith, assistant professor in field crop entomology at the University of Guelph in Ridgetown, Ontario, discussing the comeback of European corn borer.
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Identifying soybean reproductive growth stages
Published on June 20, 2024
Key management decisions are made during the reproductive growth stages in soybean, so being able to identify each stage is critical. -
Cercospora Management in Sugarbeets
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Jaime Willbur, MSU plant pathologist for sugarbeets and potatoes, discussing Cercospora management in sugarbeets.
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The comeback of the European corn borer?
Published on June 19, 2024
Join MSU Extension to hear Jocelyn Smith discussing European corn borer during the June 27 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series. -
No-till? No problem
Published on June 19, 2024
The No-Till Field Day on July 19 will allow registrants to view no-till soil surfaces and subsurfaces and learn about the challenges and successes of no-till. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with Cercospora leaf spot management in sugarbeets
Published on June 18, 2024
Jaime Willbur, MSU plant pathologist, will provide strategies for controlling Cercospora leaf spot in sugarbeets during the June 20 Virtual Breakfast Series. -
New prairie strip partial budget tool
Published on June 18, 2024
What does it cost to convert cropland to prairie strips? -
Assessing soybean stands
Published on June 13, 2024
Being able to compare seeding rate against emerged plant populations helps with a number of management decisions including whether a replant is necessary. -
Strategies for Efficient Irrigation Water Management
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Younsuk Dong, MSU irrigation specialist and assistant professor, discussing strategies for efficient irrigation water management.
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Helping Farm Families Transition their Farm Business to the Next Generation
Published on June 11, 2024
MSU Extension works to improve farm personal well-being and income, expand agriculture-related businesses and increase employment opportunities, leading to agriculture being one of the strongest industries within Michigan. -
Prairie Strip Partial Budget Tool
Published on June 10, 2024
This partial budget tool is an editable spreadsheet made to determine gains and losses from converting row crop areas to restored prairie. -
Budgeting for Prairie Strips
Published on June 10, 2024
This bulletin shows how to calculate where and how prairie strips can be a financial benefit to the farm operation. -
Drop Hose Technology in Corn Production
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Jason Deveau, application technology specialist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, discussing drop hose technology in corn production.
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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. -
Small Potatoes, Big Impact: Michigan Farm to School Potato Processing Partnership Case Study
Published on June 4, 2024
Michigan State University Extension supported the development of a potato processing program at Montague Public Schools. -
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? -
But can it be profitable? An initial economic summary of an aspirational cropping system
Published on May 31, 2024
Opening the financial books on the first two years of the Kellogg Biological Station Long-Term Agroecosystem Research. -
Wheat Fungicides
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Martin Chilvers, MSU field crops plant pathologist, discussing wheat fungicides.
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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. -
Refine your cover crop management
Published on May 28, 2024
SARE resources to help you get started or enhance your cover crop management in favor of profit and pollinators.