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Farmers needed for climate change impact on Michigan field crops farms
Published on July 17, 2024
A statewide MSU research project is now accepting enrollment. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with mid-season hot topics
Published on July 15, 2024
You’ve got a question? The MSU Extension field crops team has answers! Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on July 25 for mid-season hot topics. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with tar spot and white mold recommendations
Published on July 11, 2024
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on July 18 will feature MSU Extension field crop pathologist Marty Chilvers discussing tar spot and white mold management considerations. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 11, 2024
Published on July 11, 2024
Large rainfall accumulations halted fieldwork and resulted in standing water in many fields. Most soybeans reached reproductive stages, and low levels of tar spot were confirmed in Branch County. -
Wild weather for hay - The effects of weather on forage harvest
Published on July 8, 2024
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on July 11 when Kim Cassida, MSU Extension forage and cover crops specialist will discuss how weather can impact the hay harvest. -
Adjusting marketing strategies with old crop grain still on-farm
Published on July 8, 2024
Strategies to help you proactively market grain from two growing seasons. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 3, 2024
Published on July 3, 2024
Winter wheat harvest continued. More soybeans entered reproductive stages, and some commercial corn has begun to tassel. Second generation Colorado potato beetles were confirmed in potatoes. -
Wheat watchers week of July 1, 2024
Published on July 3, 2024
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week. -
Key Takeaways from a Food-Grade Grains Field Day
Published on July 3, 2024
Participants from across Michigan’s supply chain discussed food-grade grains and the opportunities and challenges going from Field to Mug, Spoon, and Jug. -
Considering double-crop soybeans after a winter cereal this year?
Published on June 20, 2024
The unusually rapid winter wheat crop development this spring may result in increased interest in planting double-crop soybeans after wheat harvest this summer. Producers need to understand and manage the risks of this practice.