News
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Michigan Corn Hybrids Compared bulletin now available
Published on December 8, 2022
Performance data of corn hybrids from your region over multiple locations and years is important in making corn hybrid selection decisions. Check out our 2022 Michigan Corn Hybrids Compared bulletin. -
Michigan pesticide applicator recertification credits available in person and online before the end of the year
Published on October 31, 2022
Growers needing a few more credits to renew their pesticide applicator license have some online and in-person opportunities available. -
Field stockpiling of manure and poultry litter
Published on October 21, 2022
Preparing for field amendment when the time is right. -
Maximize seed and chemical purchases while reducing costs
Published on October 17, 2022
Introducing new decision tools from MSU Extension. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update - September 15, 2022
Published on September 15, 2022
Corn and soybean harvest estimates range from below-average to slightly above-average as crops near physiological maturity. Rainfall over the past month has been well below normal for most areas throughout the region. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update - September 8, 2022
Published on September 8, 2022
Corn and soybean are entering the final stages of grain fill. Dry conditions have kept disease pressure low, but hopefully the crop will have enough water to get to the finish line. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update - September 1, 2022
Published on September 1, 2022
With no rainfall in the forecast and above-normal temperatures for the coming week, grain fill could be weakened in most parts of the region. The good news: these dry conditions will also keep disease severity low, hopefully until yield has been set. -
Dr Kurt Thelen named American Society of Agronomy Fellow
Published on August 18, 2022
Dr Kurt Thelen has been Awarded the Highest ASA Recognition -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 18, 2022
Published on August 18, 2022
Corn and soybean are moving toward the end of the grain fill period, so timely rain or irrigation will be key heading into the second half of August. -
Managing tar spot of corn mid-season update
Published on August 5, 2022
With tar spot on everyone’s mind, let’s review management strategies and address frequently asked questions collected from farmers.