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Michigan’s Thumb area field crop regional report – May 12, 2016
Published on May 12, 2016
Planting remains in high gear for most of the Thumb region. -
Soybeans tolerant to growth regulator herbicides discussed at breakfast meeting
Published on May 11, 2016
New herbicide-tolerant crops that will expand the weed control options for soybeans have been developed. However, they are not ready for the 2016 season. -
Southwest Michigan field crop regional report – May 5, 2015
Published on May 5, 2016
Wet conditions have been the story in the southwest region. -
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – May 5, 2016
Published on May 5, 2016
Fieldwork was just beginning before spring rains moved into the region. -
Southwest Michigan field crop regional report – April 28, 2016
Published on April 28, 2016
The last week has been a roller coaster ride across the southwest region. -
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – April 28, 2016
Published on April 28, 2016
Extended winter finally gives way to normal spring weather in the northeast region. -
Soybean planting depth matters
Published on April 27, 2016
Planting soybean seed at the proper depth will produce more uniform stands and higher yields. -
Southwest Michigan field crop regional report – April 25, 2015
Published on April 25, 2016
Conditions have been variable in southwest Michigan as of last week, resulting in increased spraying, tillage and fertilizer applications in most fields, but acres planted remain relatively low. -
Marketing update scheduled for thumb
Published on April 19, 2016
Grain and dairy markets will be the focus of a meeting set for Tuesday, April 26 from 10 a.m. – noon. Farms can attend the live session or log in for a live web-feed. -
MSU Extension seeks soybean fields for tillage and soil health research in 2016
Published on April 18, 2016
Researchers will partner with Michigan growers to conduct extensive soil health and crop monitoring aimed at identifying practices that can jumpstart soybeans.