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Improving soybean emergence in soils prone to crusting
Published on May 10, 2018
The potential for soil crusting is high this spring and the following information will help you improve soybean emergence in soils prone to crusting. -
Connect with MSU campus specialists each week via the MSUE Field Crops Virtual Breakfast
Published on May 4, 2018
The May 3, 2018, virtual breakfast is now online. Listen to an online recording or call in live, early on Thursday mornings. -
2018 Status of herbicide-resistant weeds in Michigan
Published on April 24, 2018
One new case of herbicide resistance was identified in Michigan from the 2017 growing season. -
Things to consider when planting soybeans early
Published on April 12, 2018
Soybean producers should consider soil moisture, weather and seed characteristics when planting soybeans in late April or early May. -
Tax laws and their impacts on farms in 2018
Published on April 12, 2018
A breakfast meeting on April 17 in St. Joseph County will focus on various tax laws, including the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, and how they will impact farmers in 2018. The meeting will also be available online. -
Nutrient management recommendations for profitable soybean production
Published on April 12, 2018
Careful management of lime and fertilizer applications has always been an important component of profitable soybean production, however it becomes essential when commodity prices are low. -
The Soil Health Nexus is looking to better understand your soil health challenges
Published on April 11, 2018
Take this survey to help us develop soil health tools to educate farmers, farm consultants, educators, and agency personal. -
Managing soybean diseases: Foliar fungicide efficacy for controlling foliar soybean diseases
Published on April 3, 2018
Updated January 2018, soybean growers can use the Soybean Fungicide Efficacy Table to help better manage diseases. -
Commercial specialty crop growers should register with Driftwatch
Published on March 26, 2018
Dicamba-resistant crop acreage is expected to increase, and with it the potential for non-target crop damage. -
Will dicamba herbicide drift destroy all the milkweed?
Published on March 23, 2018
The question of what impact dicamba drift might have on milkweed populations is addressed.