Resources

Optimizing Corn Hybrid Maturity Selection for Maximum Yield and Profit in Michigan and Northern Regions

Published on May 7, 2026
The goal of this bulletin is to provide resources on how to optimize hybrid relative maturity selection based on planting date to maximize yield, profits, kernel dry down, and fall cover crops establishment.
2026 Corn Projected Cost of Production

Published on April 10, 2026
The MSU Extension 2026 Projected Cost of Production for corn tool is intended to serve as a starting point for discussions on both expected income and expenses for individual farms.
Impact of the War in Iran on the Agri-Food System

Published on March 25, 2026
This brief paper outlines the impact of the war on agricultural and input markets, particularly fertilizers, diesel, and interest rates.
Insect Pest Management in Organic Field Crops

Published on March 18, 2026
This guide covers organic insect control recommendations for the following field crops in Michigan: Alfalfa & Grass Hay, Dry Beans, Field Corn, Soybeans, Wheat & Small Grain.
MSU Margin Goal Worksheet for Grain Marketing

Published on February 23, 2026
The Margin Goal Worksheet for Grain Marketing helps to identify a crop’s profit margins and marketing price targets.
PFAS in Biosolids

Published on January 7, 2026
Understanding the benefits, drawbacks and management considerations of biosolid land application.
Michigan Grain Market Benchmarks

Published on January 5, 2026
The Michigan Grain Market Benchmarks report is a summary of price data from the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS).
Pest Management Guide for Field Crops Insects

Published on December 17, 2025
This publication is set up as a series of chapters with information on biology, damage, management recommendations, and insecticides related to insect pests in field crops in Michigan and Ohio.
Recordkeeping System for Crop Production

Published on October 27, 2025
A system for keeping records for pesticide application, nutrient application, manure application, animal burial and composting, irrigation and employee training.
Update on U.S. Farm Income and Exports

Published on September 11, 2025
This document provides an update on U.S. farm income and exports based on the Outlook for Agricultural Trade and Farm Sector Income Forecast released by the USDA's Economic Research Service.