MSU Extension Irrigation

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  Camera or drone video can help identify center pivot sprinkler repairs

  Published on June 23, 2022
  Before we enter July and August when the bulk of irrigation water is applied, use a camera or drone video of pivot water patterns and pipe leaks to greatly help you prioritize needed repairs or sprinkler replacement.

• June crop water needs

  Published on June 23, 2022
  Many areas in Indiana and Michigan quickly went from too much rainfall at planting to sparse rainfall from emergence on leading to an early start for the irrigation season.

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  Irrigation season: Start with inspections and repairs

  Published on June 16, 2022
  Running through a checklist of inspections and repairs for each irrigation system greatly improves the chance of being able to start irrigating the day the crop needs it.

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  Irrigation to help get the crop started

  Published on June 2, 2022
  Irrigators have the advantage of being able to apply water to aid germination, emergence, and incorporate herbicides and nutrients. If rainfall is short, irrigation can prevent early season drought.

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  MSU AgBioResearch, Extension to host in-person 2022 field days

  Published on May 27, 2022
  From June to September, MSU AgBioResearch and MSU Extension researchers and outreach specialists will be presenting at field days across the state, covering topics from hops and wheat to dairy and regenerative agriculture.

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  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.

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  Upper Peninsula project monitors water conditions on clay soils

  Published on February 11, 2022
  Using high-tech monitoring equipment, MSU Extension worked with local farmers in 2021 to explore effectiveness of innovative approaches to improving soil drainage on challenging clay soils.

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  Michiana Irrigated Corn and Soybean Conference slated for Feb. 16 in Shipshewana, Indiana

  Published on January 18, 2022
  This one-day conference is the only meeting dedicated to top production and best management practices for irrigated corn and soybean production in the Midwest.

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  Branch County Farmers Day 2022 alternative field crops educational session

  Published on January 13, 2022
  MSU Extension will be hosting an alternative educational session on Feb. 21, 2022, in light of the recent cancellation of Branch County Farmers Day.

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  Southeast Michigan Crop and Pest Management Update meeting on Feb. 8

  Published on January 13, 2022
  The Crop and Pest Management Update in southeast Michigan will help growers and agribusiness professionals prepare for the 2022 growing season.