News
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Brown marmorated stink bug spring update 2014
Published on March 26, 2014
Sightings in Michigan homes on the rise. -
Rotating sites of action to post-pone or prevent herbicide resistance
Published on March 2, 2014
MSU pest management meeting surveys reveal that Michigan field crop growers are committed to rotating sites of action to post-pone or prevent herbicide resistance. -
Soybean sudden death syndrome increasing in southwest Michigan fields
Published on March 2, 2014
Recent MSU pest management meeting survey shows soybean sudden death syndrome is on the rise in southwestern Michigan fields. -
Tillage practices have a direct correlation to soil health
Published on February 9, 2014
Farmers have a direct impact on soil quality through many of their field practices, including tillage. -
Identifying and responding to soybean inoculation failures
Published on February 4, 2014
Diagnosing poor soybean nodulation early and responding with the appropriate remedial action will significantly reduce lost yield and income. -
Maximizing returns on soybean seed investments – 2013 trial results
Published on February 4, 2014
With more expensive soybean seed, farmers may question just how low a population they can plant to remain profitable. Studies in Michigan’s Thumb help answer that question. -
Earlier planting dates are key for higher soybean yields
Published on February 3, 2014
Higher income per acre is achievable when soybeans are planted in favorable soil conditions. -
Midwest Cover Crop Council surveys soybean growers, agronomists and certified crop advisors
Published on January 31, 2014
What challenges do soybean farmers face planting cover crops before and after soybeans? -
Integrated pest management can save money
Published on January 22, 2014
Looking for ways to save money on pest management? Review the integrated pest management (IPM) program on your farm to see that it is being utilized to the fullest. -
Kids back on the farm? Sign them up for the 2014 Integrated Pest Management Academy
Published on January 9, 2014
Do you have a farm employee who could brush up on their pest management skills? Register now to ensure their spot at this pioneering workshop designed to serve specialty crop, field crop and landscape professionals.