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Interseeding cover crops into corn and soybeans in Michigan: Lessons learned

Published on October 9, 2025
Michigan farmers have found creative ways to get cover crops in earlier. Here are some interseeding tips we have learned from trial (and some error).
Beyond resistance, why is horseweed a headache for managers?

Published on October 9, 2025
Michigan State University researchers study the factors that affect horseweed’s remarkable ability to develop as a winter or summer annual weed.
2025 GLEXPO Pesticide Applicator Review and MDARD Testing offered in English and Spanish, December 11

Published on October 9, 2025
Register now for the Pesticide Core Review Training at GLEXPO 2025 on December 11. Participants can take the MDARD RUP test in the afternoon in English or Spanish and earn RUP credits. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and MDARD testing for winter 2025 through spring 2026

Published on October 7, 2025
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions with MDARD testing.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 1, 2025
October is the prime time to collect and submit weed seeds for herbicide resistance screening.
Is grain storage the weak link in your marketing plan?

Published on September 26, 2025
Navigating the challenge of bushels over bin space.
Hunting female deer: A better population management strategy

Published on September 19, 2025
Most farmers enjoy the wildlife that resides on their farms. However, when deer numbers become extremely high, crop damage and the associated yield losses from deer are greater than many producers are willing to tolerate.
Kernel dry down insights for Michigan corn growers

Published on September 18, 2025
Weather during the growing season impacts corn phenological development and eventually kernel dry down rate and final harvest moisture.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 18, 2025

Published on September 18, 2025
This is the final southwest Michigan field crops update of the season as corn and soybeans are entering physiological maturity and drying down for harvest.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 11, 2025

Published on September 11, 2025
Seed corn harvest continues, and storage potato harvest started. Commercial corn started to hit black layer.