News

Will an improved ARC-CO program pay more often?

Published on August 19, 2025
ARC-CO will eventually consider extreme market conditions, but support may not arrive until several years later.
Southern rust an occasional threat to Michigan corn

Published on August 14, 2025
Southern rust, common in southern states, thrives in warm, humid weather and spreads via spores from the south. Hybrid susceptibility matters, but Michigan hybrids are not frequently screened for resistance. Learn more about identification and management.
Potassium! Why it matters to alfalfa persistence

Published on August 14, 2025
Kim Cassida will delve deeper into alfalfa’s need for potassium on the August 21 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 14, 2025

Published on August 14, 2025
Soybean pod fill is underway. Some corn has started to dent. Harvest began on tablestock potatoes.
Nematode management updates on Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series

Published on August 11, 2025
The MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast Series on August 14 features nematode management updates for identification and management in field crops.
Managing tar spot in corn

Published on August 7, 2025
Cool weather conditions and hybrid selection have a dramatic effect on tar spot development. Read on to understand your risk and what you can do to combat this disease.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 7, 2025

Published on August 7, 2025
Temperatures cooled over the past weekend. Soybeans and corn are in early seed development stages.
Drone use in field crops

Published on August 5, 2025
A new tool is available that is revolutionizing the way we think about modern agriculture. Spray drones are changing how we custom apply agrochemicals. Learn more at the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on August 7.
Michigan State University Extension seeks input from pesticide applicators and agribusiness on new EPA regulations

Published on August 4, 2025
Please complete this brief survey to assist MSU Extension in identifying needs related to pesticide label changes, Bulletins Live! Two and the Endangered Species Act.
August is for seed treatment

Published on August 1, 2025
Register today for in-person or virtual seed treatment education opportunities coming up in August.