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Southwest Michigan field crop update — Aug. 10, 2017
Published on August 10, 2017
While we did receive welcome rainfall last week, conditions are still dry enough for spider mites to gain a foothold in some soybean fields. -
How will climate change impact the food system? (Part 1)
Published on August 7, 2017
An exploration of how climate change may impact food system sectors on local, regional and global scales -
Focus on forages at MSU Ag Innovation Day
Published on August 2, 2017
Educational sessions range from reduced-lignin alfalfa to fitness tracking for cows. -
Central Michigan field crop update – July 27, 2017
Published on July 28, 2017
Crop conditions are improving, but there is still a long time before harvest. -
Southwest Michigan field crop update — July 27, 2017
Published on July 27, 2017
Crop development in corn and soybean looks good throughout the region, but a few insect pests remain a concern for this year and possibly into next year. -
Corn disease management decisions
Published on July 19, 2017
Get out and scout now for foliar fungal diseases and ear mold diseases. -
Time to scout and manage western bean cutworm in southern Michigan
Published on July 13, 2017
How to scout for and manage western bean cutworm. Also, an important note about ear mold control. -
Central Michigan field crop update – July 13, 2017
Published on July 13, 2017
Wet conditions persist in central Michigan. Patience is still needed. -
Southwest Michigan field crop update — July 13, 2017
Published on July 13, 2017
Precipitation this past week has alleviated the soil moisture deficit prevalent in the region, but scouting for crop pests needs to move up on your priority list. -
Managing corn and soybean fields submerged by recent, heavy rains
Published on July 7, 2017
Consider plant viability, planting or replanting options, field operations and nitrogen management when assessing corn and soybean fields after heavy rains.