News
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Michigan’s 2016 wheat harvest has begun
Published on July 6, 2016
Some reminders for wheat growers as they look forward to harvest. -
Interseeding cover crops into standing cash crops
Published on July 1, 2016
Interseeding cover crops into a standing cash crop has several advantages over seeding after harvest, but management practices are critical to ensure successful establishment. -
State pesticide applicators certification exam now available online
Published on June 29, 2016
MDARD has partnered with the Metro Institute to offer computer-based testing for state pesticide certification exams. -
Central Michigan field crop regional report – June 23, 2016
Published on June 23, 2016
Crops are beginning to show moisture stress. -
Southwest Michigan field crop regional report – June 23, 2016
Published on June 23, 2016
Crop conditions look good throughout much of the region, and recent rain has helped alleviate dry conditions (for most). -
Irrigation management: Measuring soil moisture and application uniformity
Published on June 23, 2016
Measure soil moisture and irrigation equipment output to ensure timely application of the right amount of water uniformly across your field. -
Updated cereal leaf beetle fact sheet
Published on June 23, 2016
Fact sheet on managing cereal leaf beetle in small grain fields in Michigan has been revised for 2016. -
Southwest Michigan field crop regional report – June 16, 2016
Published on June 16, 2016
While some areas were lucky enough to experience recent thunderstorms, many areas were not as fortunate. -
West central Michigan field crop regional report – June 16, 2016
Published on June 16, 2016
Much needed rain fell over a large portion of the region this week. More moisture will be needed soon. -
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – June 16, 2016
Published on June 16, 2016
Timely rainfall is keeping Northeast Michigan fields in good condition.