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Fall 2011 end-of-season corn stalk nitrate test can fine-tune your 2012 nitrogen program
Published on May 31, 2012
The corn stalk nitrate test taken in the fall is an “after-the-fact” diagnostic tool that can determine if excess nitrogen was applied to corn. Use the results now to fine-tune your nitrogen management program. -
Armyworms and rumors of armyworms
Published on May 25, 2012
Significant armyworm moth capture in Michigan and outbreaks in Ohio and Indiana could mean trouble for Michigan growers of wheat, small grains and corn. -
Armyworm moth trap results
Published on May 25, 2012
High numbers of armyworm moths captured at several locations in Michigan. -
Pre-sidedress soil nitrate test will save money on nitrogen fertilizer
Published on May 24, 2012
Farmers could reduce their nitrogen fertilizer application rate on corn without risking yields and save an average of $50 per acre if a pre-sidedress soil nitrate test is properly carried out. -
Regional reports on Michigan field crops – May 24, 2012
Published on May 24, 2012
MSU Extension educators’ pest and field crop updates for Michigan. -
Irrigation to aid germination
Published on May 21, 2012
Irrigation can greatly improve germination and resulting stands in dry soil conditions. -
Black cutworm feeding damage being found in some southwest Michigan corn fields
Published on May 18, 2012
Be on the lookout for black cutworm larvae in corn fields across southwest Michigan. -
Western bean cutworm traps are popping up across Michigan
Published on May 16, 2012
The week of May 13 marks the beginning of the 2012 MSU Western Bean Cutworm Trap Network. -
Environmental conditions surrounding planting impact corn stand and viability
Published on May 10, 2012
Cool, wet spring weather impacts seed germination and hardiness. Farmers can assess stands to see how April-planted corn endured. -
Multiple Pythium species associated with soybean and corn seedling disease in Michigan
Published on May 1, 2012
Fields needed for 2012 soybean and corn seedling disease survey.