News

Studying the effects of increasing heat stress on plants

Published on July 1, 2020
Gregg Howe and Tom Sharkey, University Distinguished Professors, are studying the effects heat has on plant health.
Giving back to growers

Published on July 1, 2020
Linda Hanson earned her master’s at Michigan State University. Now, she’s helping the growers who helped her as a student.
Central Michigan field crop update – June 11, 2020

Published on June 11, 2020
Disaster relief resources are available.
Weed control considerations before planting dry edible beans

Published on May 28, 2020
There are several key points to consider before planting dry beans when controlling weeds.
Southwest Michigan field crop update – May 28, 2020

Published on May 28, 2020
Warm air from the south pushes tropical rainfall and armyworm moths into Michigan.
Michigan flood: Resources to assist flood-impacted areas

Published on May 20, 2020
Recent flooding has submerged communities and neighborhoods, and left many Michigan residents with unanswered questions.
Taking new varieties from the lab to the field

Published on February 3, 2020
The time-intensive process of crop variety development relies heavily on partnerships with MSU Technologies.
Michigan Field Crops podcast “In the Weeds” first series now available

Published on January 13, 2020
MSU Extension field crops team releases In the Weeds, a new podcast to provide convenient education to critical issues facing Michigan field crop farmers.
Fall weed control reminders on late and prevent plant acres

Published on October 16, 2019
Recommendations for fall 2019 weed control that will set the stage for successful spring 2020 weed control
Population study on dry beans

Published on October 15, 2019
What was the effect of planting population on dry bean yield at this location this year?