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Free analysis of wheat samples from Michigan
Published on May 15, 2013
Michigan Wheat Program has provided funds for the diagnostic evaluation of wheat samples by MSU’s Diagnostic Services during the 2013 growing season. -
Central Michigan field crop regional report – May 9, 2013
Published on May 10, 2013
Slow down – planting speed can impact yields. -
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – May 9, 2013
Published on May 9, 2013
The last week has been ideal for spring fieldwork, but cool, wet weather in the forecast will likely slow progress. -
East central Michigan field crop regional report – May 9, 2013
Published on May 9, 2013
Producers have been very patient waiting for fields to dry. Sunshine and warm weather has permitted field work to now be in full motion. -
West central Michigan field crop regional report – May 9, 2013
Published on May 9, 2013
Soils have dried considerably and planters are active in the west central region. -
Southwest Michigan field crop regional report – April 25, 2013
Published on April 25, 2013
Little to no progress has been made in planting corn and soybeans across the southwest region, while wheat has greened up and has been growing where conditions have been warmer. -
Planting too soon when soils are damp can be costly
Published on April 25, 2013
Producers may be tempted to jump the gun and get into fields while soil moisture conditions are still too damp. This could lead to soil compaction, a restrictive rooting zone, and yields could be reduced far more than from delayed planting. -
Excessive rains may lead to a loss of nitrogen in wheat fields
Published on April 15, 2013
Providing the optimum amount of nitrogen fertilizer to the wheat crop depends, in part, on both minimizing and estimating nitrogen losses. -
Scout winter wheat at green-up to make informed, early-season weed control decisions
Published on April 3, 2013
Popular herbicide options have a short window for effective application in winter wheat. -
Integrated pest management resources at MSU
Published on April 1, 2013
As the 2013 season approaches, get up-to-date on the latest resources and tools to help you make in-season pest management decisions.