MSU Extension Cover Crops

News

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  But can it be profitable? An initial economic summary of an aspirational cropping system

  Published on May 31, 2024
  Opening the financial books on the first two years of the Kellogg Biological Station Long-Term Agroecosystem Research.

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 30, 2024

  Published on May 30, 2024
  Significant planting progress made for both corn and soybeans. Potatoes began flowering. Stripe rust in wheat continues to be confirmed throughout the state.

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  Directed spray applications in corn coming up in June 6 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast

  Published on May 28, 2024
  Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on June 6 for management recommendations on directed spray applications in corn.

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  Refine your cover crop management

  Published on May 28, 2024
  SARE resources to help you get started or enhance your cover crop management in favor of profit and pollinators.

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  MSU AgBioResearch, MSU Extension to host field days around the state this summer

  Published on May 28, 2024
  Growers and producers will have the chance to participate in field days across Michigan.

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  Wheat fungicide: Informing your spray decision for the 2024 season

  Published on May 23, 2024
  Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on May 30 for management recommendations on your wheat fungicide spraying to keep your yield protected.

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 23, 2024

  Published on May 23, 2024
  Warm, dry weather leads to significant planting progress. Winter wheat began and finished flowering. Colorado potato beetle egg masses found.

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 16, 2024

  Published on May 16, 2024
  Storm cleanup and pivot repairs continue from last week. Frequent precipitation slows field work. Wheat hits Feekes 10.5.

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  Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with dry bean production in Michigan

  Published on May 15, 2024
  The May 23 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast will feature Scott Bales, MSU dry bean specialist, discussing dry bean production in Michigan.

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  Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with planning postemergence weed control for the season ahead

  Published on May 8, 2024
  Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on May 16 to plan your postemergence weed control options with Erin Burns.