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The 2022 Michigan Dry Bean Performance Trials report is now available

Published on November 3, 2022
The 2022 dry bean performance trials report is available for download.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 19, 2022
Collect weed seeds September-October to submit for herbicide resistance screening.
Dr. Leonardo Volpato Receives NAPB Early Career Award

Published on August 18, 2022
The National Association of Plant Breeders has awarded Dr. Leonardo Volpato the Early Career Award.
Reducing sidewall compaction in field crops

Published on May 5, 2022
The potential for sidewall compaction occurring during planting operations is high this spring and the following information will help you reduce this yield-limiting phenomenon.
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast series to kick off new growing season March 31, 2022

Published on March 14, 2022
This free weekly series for farmers and agribusinesses focuses on a wide array of relevant field crop pest and crop management topics during the growing season.
PSM researchers work with Michigan agriculture

Published on February 26, 2022
Researchers with the Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences (PSM) work directly with stakeholders to increase productivity and sustainability for Michigan’s diverse agriculture industries.
Final call to register for 2021 Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update

Published on December 2, 2021
Two weeks remain to register for the annual MSU Extension Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update for Agribusiness meeting on Dec. 20.
Tax planning in the summer? Starting early could yield results

Published on August 26, 2021
Taking the time to evaluate your tax situation now can yield big dividends when you finalize your tax management plan at the end of the year.
Michigan State University to host dry bean and sugarbeet field day

Published on July 28, 2021
MSU and industry researchers will discuss current issues impacting dry beans and sugarbeets at the Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center in Frankenmuth, Michigan, on Tuesday, Aug. 24 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Dry bean considerations topic for May 27 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast

Published on May 18, 2021
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on May 27 will feature MSU dry bean systems specialist Scott Bales discussing important considerations for the 2021 dry bean cropping season.