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MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast series continues April 10 with corn and soybean planting considerations

Published on April 2, 2025
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues April 10 with MSU Extension cropping systems agronomist Manni Singh discussing planting considerations for corn and soybean this spring.
Irrigation is a valuable tool to mitigate the effects of weather variability

Published on March 26, 2025
According to the latest USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service Irrigation Water Management Survey, irrigated farms and acreage in Michigan have increased significantly.
Prevent planter pitfalls this spring

Published on March 26, 2025
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on April 3 for a discussion on planter set-up considerations with Jason Koning from Precision Planting.
Early season weed control discussion at MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast

Published on March 21, 2025
The 2025 Virtual Breakfast Series kicks off the series on March 27 with a discussion on early season weed control with MSU professor and specialist Christy Sprague.
The corn-soybean ratio and its potential impact on farm profits

Published on March 21, 2025
How the corn-soybean ratio can influence your planting intentions.
Soybean planting date considerations

Published on March 21, 2025
Consistently higher yields have been achieved when planting soybeans earlier from mid-April to early-May, but certain risks with early planting need to be considered.
Stay Connected with the MSU Pesticide Safety and Education Program Website

Published on March 18, 2025
The MSU Pesticide Safety & Education Program (PSEP) website is your go-to resource for everything related to pesticide safety, training and certification in Michigan.
How the Rule of 5% can unlock profits for your farm

Published on March 13, 2025
Small improvements are the key to maintaining positive farm profits.
Want to know how your cover crop is performing? It’s all about the biomass.

Published on March 12, 2025
Check out the new interactive map from the Great Lakes Cover Crop project showing variation in cover crop biomass across the region.
Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program funds four new projects

Published on March 11, 2025
The partnership among MSU, the Michigan Plant Coalition, and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will fund four new projects at $1.275 million each.