News

Waterlogging and the 2023 dry bean crop

Published on August 4, 2023
It has been a unique growing season due to precipitation challenges. The dry bean season started off very dry. However, so far in July we have received more rainfall than average.
Drought resources for Michigan farmers

Published on June 15, 2023
A look at options for managing drought in the short and long term.
MSU AgBioResearch, Extension to host research center field days this summer

Published on June 6, 2023
The public is invited to learn about research and programming that impact Michigan food and natural resources
Thomas Wenzel named farm manager at MSU Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center

Published on May 4, 2023
SVREC hosts research and outreach efforts to support dry bean, sugarbeet, wheat, corn and soybean producers
Mild winter: A summary analysis of the winter of 2023

Published on March 30, 2023
An in-depth look at temperatures this winter and what it could mean for field crop production in 2023.
Dry bean anthracnose identification and management

Published on March 20, 2023
Common bean anthracnose is one of the most economically important diseases affecting yield. Early identification is integral to mitigating losses.
Mechanical seed coat damage in dry beans and its effect on end-use product quality

Published on March 16, 2023
Useful information for dry bean growers and processors to better understand mechanical seed coat damages and ways to prevent it.
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.
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.