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2025 Farm Bill Program payment estimates available

Published on October 2, 2026
Does PLC or ARC-CO offer more support in your county?
Understanding the water use needs of Michigan growers

Published on October 1, 2026
A statewide agricultural water use needs assessment provides insight into irrigation practices, water management challenges and the resources needed to make informed water-use decisions.
Corn kernel dry down outlook for October and November in Michigan

Published on October 1, 2026
Accurate kernel dry down estimation can facilitate timely corn harvest.
Planning for drought stressed corn silage

Published on September 29, 2026
Hot, dry weather conditions can damage corn and potentially cause toxic nitrate levels in corn silage.
Navigating fall seed orders and free farm hats

Published on September 29, 2026
Securing the seed purchases you want at the lowest possible cost.
2027 Cost of Production projection tools now available

Published on September 25, 2026
The updated cost of production Excel-based tool for corn, soybeans, and wheat is now available from MSU Extension.
Nutrient removal rates in harvested grain: corn, soybeans, wheat, oats, dry beans and canola

Published on September 24, 2026
Nutrient removal by harvested portions of grain crops is an important consideration in deciding fertilizer rates.
Emerging leaf spot disease of corn under investigation in Michigan

Published on September 23, 2026
A leaf spot resembling Phaeosphaeria leaf spot or maize white spot has been observed in multiple Michigan counties, and researchers are seeking samples to identify the causal organism.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 17, 2026

Published on September 17, 2026
Soybeans and corn are finishing up kernel fill and drying down. Seed corn and potato harvesters ran as weather permitted.
Mycotoxins in feed Part 3: Mitigation from field to feeder

Published on September 10, 2026
Inspired by a very wet Michigan spring, this series provides a refresher on mycotoxins, their effects and mitigation in pig production.