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Should you plant double crop soybeans in Michigan?
Published on June 19, 2023
The high soybean price has increased interest in planting double crop soybeans after wheat harvest this summer. Producers need to understand and manage the risks of this practice. -
June crop water needs
Published on June 15, 2023
If soils are depleted of moisture beneath the developing plants, irrigators need to supply enough water to help establishing roots grow down into natural soil moisture. -
Drought resources for Michigan farmers
Published on June 15, 2023
A look at options for managing drought in the short and long term. -
Identifying and correcting manganese deficiency in soybeans
Published on June 8, 2023
Tips for identifying and correcting manganese deficiency, a common nutrient deficiency in Michigan soybean fields. -
Scouting cutworms in Osceola County corn
Published on June 8, 2023
Cutworms were recently discovered in an Osceola County corn field. -
MSU AgBioResearch, Extension to host research center field days this summer
Published on June 6, 2023
The public is invited to learn about research and programming that impact Michigan food and natural resources -
Irrigation trends in Michigan
Published on June 6, 2023
A look at trends in the number of irrigated acres and overall irrigation water use. -
Causes of variable and delayed soybean emergence
Published on June 2, 2023
Understanding the causes of this year’s variable or delayed soybean emergence and estimating the viability of the seeds and seedlings will help producers manage affected fields. -
How can I make the best decision on whether to “plant green” this year or not?
Published on June 1, 2023
Farmers that use cover crops can decide to "plant green", which refers to planting a cash crop while the cover crop is still living. This article outlines the potential risks and considerations when deciding whether or not to plant green. -
Dry forecast: How will that impact weed control?
Published on June 1, 2023
Weeds under environmental stress are hard to control.