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Weevils are popping in alfalfa fields

Published on May 16, 2024
Consider these integrated pest management steps for controlling alfalfa weevil.
Everything you need to know about seedcorn maggot

Published on May 16, 2024
Seedcorn maggot integrated pest management considerations.
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.
Southwest Michigan field crops update—May 2, 2024

Published on May 2, 2024
Weekend precipitation slows down planting, cultivation and fertilization. Alfalfa weevil feeding is prevalent and true armyworm flights have picked up in Sturgis.
Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of

Published on April 17, 2024
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.
Support from Project GREEEN helps Enviroweather deliver needed information to Michigan growers

Published on March 27, 2024
For more than two decades, Enviroweather has provided real-time weather information to help make farming decisions — dealing with pests, plant development and natural resources management.
Improve your drone spraying skills at the Michigan Spray Drone Spring Fly-in Workshop

Published on March 6, 2024
This April event will be for any drone pilots interested in improving their spraying prowess.
MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series kicks off seventh season March 21, 2024

Published on February 29, 2024
The weekly online program provides timely, relevant information to keep field crop farmers and consultants up to date with rapidly changing crop conditions, pests, diseases and environmental conditions during the growing season.
What you need to know about EPA's Bulletins Live! Two

Published on February 23, 2024
How to create up to date "Bulletins Live! Two" based on EPA's Pesticide Use Limitation Area for your field locations.
Stay in the same field with grazing terms

Published on February 19, 2024
Don’t get lost in the back 40 of grazing terms based on research and improved pasture management practices.