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West Central Michigan field crop regional report – May 8, 2014
Published on May 8, 2014
Very limited planting progress in the West Central region for the first full week of May. -
Southwest Michigan field crop regional report – May 8, 2014
Published on May 8, 2014
Field conditions across Southwest Michigan have been steadily improving for tillage and planting. -
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – May 8, 2014
Published on May 8, 2014
A recent string of dry days has allowed producers to apply fertilizer and begin seedbed preparation on higher ground. -
Michigan’s Thumb area field crop regional report – May 8, 2014
Published on May 8, 2014
Cool, wet weather continues to cause delays for field work and planting for all crops. -
Soil temperature conditions for uniform corn germination and emergence
Published on April 28, 2014
Corn planting when soil temperature and moisture conditions are most favorable is critical to uniform emergence and stand establishment. -
How close can Northern Michigan farmers come to raising $2 per bushel corn? Part 1
Published on April 25, 2014
Combining low land cost, careful rotation planning, maximizing manure nutrient inputs and yield can result in lower costs for corn production. -
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – April 24, 2014
Published on April 24, 2014
Cool, wet weather is delaying spring field work and slowing development of the wheat crop across Northeast Michigan. -
Web-based corn growing degree day tool helps with planting decisions
Published on April 24, 2014
The best laid plans can change with the changing weather. A new corn growing degree day tool uses historical climate dates to help producers make informed decisions when plans change. -
Suspect corn rootworm in continuous corn? Rotate!
Published on April 22, 2014
Fields that have been continuous corn with repeated use of one Bt trait are at risk for developing corn rootworm resistance. -
Farmers weigh in on nitrogen management
Published on April 18, 2014
Nitrogen is an important nutrient for corn production. Optimal management is good for both the farmer and the environment.