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Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 23, 2026

Published on April 23, 2026
Wheat is at Feekes 7 (two nodes). Alfalfa weevil damage is starting in alfalfa. Some fieldwork occurred between pockets of rainfall.
Wheat Watchers Week of April 20, 2026

Published on April 23, 2026
See how the wheat crop is progressing across Michigan this week.
Wet springs, nitrogen loss and what it means for winter wheat

Published on April 22, 2026
Whether you applied nitrogen before the rain or got delayed, here’s how spring timing impacts your winter wheat.
MSU AgBioResearch launches Enviroweather Mobile app to support Michigan growers

Published on April 17, 2026
The launch of Enviroweather Mobile marks a major step forward in supporting on-the-go agricultural decision-making.
Stand your ground against early-season insect pests

Published on April 16, 2026
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on April 30 will feature management considerations for seedcorn maggot and other early insect pests. One RUP/CCA credit is available.
Optimizing alfalfa harvesting schedules

Published on April 16, 2026
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on April 23 will feature optimizing alfalfa harvesting schedules with guest speaker Kim Cassida, MSU Extension forages and cover crops specialist.
Attend a 2026 regional wheat field day near you

Published on April 16, 2026
Join MSU Extension and the Michigan Wheat Program for a small regional wheat field in Huron, Gratiot and Allegan counties.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 16, 2026

Published on April 16, 2026
Wheat is at Feekes 6 (jointing). Persistent precipitation over the past week slowed down field work.
Wheat Watchers returns for 2026

Published on April 16, 2026
See how the wheat crop is progressing across Michigan this week.
Paraquat and certain dicamba products require additional applicator training

Published on April 14, 2026
EPA requires pesticide applicators using paraquat and dicamba to complete label-mandated training.