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Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 29, 2021
Published on April 29, 2021
Unusually dry conditions have provided needed opportunities to get field work done this spring, and upcoming rains may provide some relief needed to ward off drought impacts. -
MSU greenhouses: Infrastructure that leads to innovation
Published on April 29, 2021
Greenhouses are an invaluable resource for faculty and students, but to maintain MSU’s leadership in plant science, upgrades are critical. -
Fall and winter drought could cause challenges in crops
Published on April 22, 2021
Below normal precipitation during the fall and winter has resulted in a decline in groundwater levels. Producers need to prepare for potential challenges, especially if they irrigate crops. -
What are my options when renewing my pesticide certification?
Published on April 15, 2021
Pesticide applicators can now take their certification exam remotely. -
Farm budgets: planning now for profits
Published on March 9, 2021
March 30 webinar will discuss the various nuances of farm profitability. -
Farms with no employees can still benefit from the Paycheck Protection Program
Published on March 6, 2021
Self-employed farmers can apply for PPP loan funds based on their 2020 gross income. Application deadline is March 31. -
Hot field crops topics for a winters’ day
Published on January 27, 2021
The Thumb Area Virtual Pest and Crop Management Update on Feb. 2 will be the final regional meeting of the 2021 series. -
In the Weeds podcast on upgrading your cropping system
Published on January 13, 2021
From relay cropping to using drones on the farm, this series of “In the Weeds” podcast considers upgrades to cropping systems to improve efficiency. -
New MDARD emergency order extends restricted use pesticide certifications until June 30, 2021
Published on January 7, 2021
MDARD extends RUP certification credentials for applicators expiring in 2019 and 2020, extends opportunity to recertify by credits for additional six months. -
Christina DiFonzo awarded ESA professional award for excellence in extension
Published on December 4, 2020
The Entomological Society of America has honored field crops entomologist DiFonzo for her outstanding contributions to extension entomology.