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Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 7, 2026

Published on May 7, 2026
Wheat is at Feekes 9 (flag leaf ligule visible) with the head moving up the stem toward Feekes 10 (head emerging). Early planted soybeans began to emerge.
Postemergence weed control in field crops

Published on May 6, 2026
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues May 14 with an important discussion on postemergence weed control options for field crop production.
Don’t miss out on the 2026 Field Crops Scouting School

Published on May 4, 2026
Held in Frankenmuth, the Field Crops Scouting School is designed for interns and entry level scouts to learn the basics of identification, walking patterns, scouting tools and more.
Getting ahead of wheat diseases

Published on May 1, 2026
Tune in to the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on May 7 to discuss disease management in wheat. One RUP/CCA credit is available.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 30, 2026

Published on April 30, 2026
Wheat is at Feekes 8 (flag leaf emerging) and 9 (flag leaf ligule visible). Corn and soybean planting has started.
Start thinking now about holding your soil in place

Published on April 29, 2026
It is not too late to consider which cover crops can reduce snirt.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 23, 2026

Published on April 23, 2026
Wheat is at Feekes 7 (two nodes). Alfalfa weevil damage is starting in alfalfa. Some fieldwork occurred between pockets of rainfall.
Optimizing alfalfa harvesting schedules

Published on April 16, 2026
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on April 23 will feature optimizing alfalfa harvesting schedules with guest speaker Kim Cassida, MSU Extension forages and cover crops specialist.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 16, 2026

Published on April 16, 2026
Wheat is at Feekes 6 (jointing). Persistent precipitation over the past week slowed down field work.
Stand your ground against early-season insect pests

Published on April 16, 2026
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on April 30 will feature management considerations for seedcorn maggot and other early insect pests. One RUP/CCA credit is available.