MSU Extension Cover Crops

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  Cover crops termination methods in Michigan

  Published on May 7, 2021
  Developing a termination method for cover crops is an integral part of the planning process to ensure there is no interference with your subsequent cash crop

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 29, 2021

  Published on April 29, 2021
  Unusually dry conditions have provided needed opportunities to get field work done this spring, and upcoming rains may provide some relief needed to ward off drought impacts.

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  Cover crop termination timing to help manage soil moisture

  Published on April 19, 2021
  Timing of cover crop termination can have significant benefits in wet and dry springs.

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  Updated cover crop termination publication available for 2021

  Published on April 16, 2021
  Evaluate your cover crop termination strategy with this updated for 2021 publication.

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  What are my options when renewing my pesticide certification?

  Published on April 15, 2021
  Pesticide applicators can now take their certification exam remotely.

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  Fall harvest conditions left a mixed bag of challenges in southwest Michigan fields

  Published on March 18, 2021
  Late harvest during wet conditions left ruts in some fields in 2020. Waiting for dry conditions to fix them may be beneficial, but don’t overlook the value of wheat and deep rooted cover crops to help remediate compaction.

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  Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series kicks off 2021 growing season beginning April 1

  Published on March 15, 2021
  This free weekly series for farmers and agribusinesses focuses on field crop pest and crop management topics during the growing season.

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  Farms with no employees can still benefit from the Paycheck Protection Program

  Published on March 7, 2021
  Self-employed farmers can apply for PPP loan funds based on their 2020 gross income. Application deadline is March 31.

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  Status of Michigan’s overwintering 2021 wheat crop

  Published on March 2, 2021
  Even though air temperatures dropped to as low as -18 degrees Fahrenheit in February, the wheat crop around the state is still in excellent condition.

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  Midwest Cover Crops Council annual meeting and conference goes virtual in 2021

  Published on February 3, 2021
  Join researchers, educators, farmers and agribusinesses from the Midwest to learn about cover crops and their use.