Field Crops
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Evaluate your crop delivery arrangements to avoid hidden risks
Published on July 9, 2012
Advanced marketing agreements and contracts may have new meanings if this year’s crop falls short on the delivery bushels needed. -
Drought: Implications for near-term management decisions in field crops
Published on July 5, 2012
The recent trend in higher than normal temperatures paired with lower than normal precipitation puts Michigan field crops at risk. -
Regional reports on Michigan field crops – June 28, 2012
Published on June 28, 2012
MSU Extension educators’ pest and field crop updates for Michigan. -
Sorghum species crops as a drought emergency crop
Published on June 28, 2012
Drought conditions have been regionalized across Michigan and other Midwestern states. Sorghum species crops can be planted in droughty areas to supplement forage supply of dairy and beef producers. -
Potential for spider mites, especially in southern Michigan
Published on June 21, 2012
The upcoming dry weather may set up a potential outbreak of spider mites. Judging the need to treat an infested field can be difficult. A descriptive rating system can help you make a treatment decision. -
Regional reports on Michigan field crops – June 21, 2012
Published on June 21, 2012
MSU Extension educators’ pest and field crop updates for Michigan. -
The hidden costs of insurance pesticide applications to field crops
Published on June 21, 2012
Some growers may be considering preventative applications of fungicides and insecticides to field crops. But just what are the impacts of preventative or insurance pesticide applications on insect or mite control? -
Recognize the signs of heat stroke before it's too late
Published on June 18, 2012
Heat stroke is a serious condition that many farmers are at risk of experiencing, especially during the hot, humid days of a Michigan summer. -
Tips to stay safe in the heat
Published on June 18, 2012
With the hot summer weather upon us, heat related issues can sneak up on people who work outdoors, especially farmers who may not have access to shade or air conditioning to cool down. -
Scouting for potato leafhoppers in alfalfa
Published on June 18, 2012
Know your options for insect control prior to a problem. -
Drought planning begins with green pastures
Published on May 31, 2012
Don’t wait for the last green blade of grass to disappear in a drought before deciding what to do with pastured animals. -
New potato maturity and stress graphic tool available on Enviro-weather
Published on May 30, 2012
The MSU Enviro-weather Potato Maturity and Stress Graph tool will help potato growers evaluate and mitigate crop stress caused by weather and other factors. -
Irrigation to improve herbicide performance
Published on May 21, 2012
Irrigation can greatly improve herbicide performance in dry soil conditions. -
Boron can be important in sugarbeet production
Published on May 4, 2012
Sugarbeet boron needs can be supplied through soil or early foliar applications.