MSU Extension Irrigation

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – Aug. 5, 2021

  Published on August 5, 2021
  Crops are progressing rapidly through reproductive stages, and rainfall is not expected to keep up with crop demand during next week’s return to summer-like temperatures.

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  Join the irrigated corn and soybean research field day in southwest Michigan

  Published on July 21, 2021
  Research efforts in irrigated corn and soybean production and pest management will be discussed at a field day in St. Joseph County on Aug. 17, 2021.

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  Potato field day to be held Aug. 5 at Montcalm Research Center

  Published on July 6, 2021
  Michigan State University and the Michigan Potato Industry Commission are hosting a potato field day at the Montcalm Research Center in Lakeview, Michigan, on Thursday, Aug. 5 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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  Consider drought-motivated irrigation purchases carefully

  Published on June 8, 2021
  Hot, dry summers sometimes result in quick irrigation investment decisions that may be regretted

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  Considerations for raising irrigated wheat

  Published on May 24, 2021
  Irrigation scheduling recommendations and disease management guidelines for wheat.

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  Irrigation an important tool for increasing profits, managing risk and utilizing applied nutrients

  Published on May 4, 2021
  Irrigation plays an important role in Michigan agriculture, contributing the rich diversity of crops grown and ensuring that short-term water deficits do not reduce yields and quality of crops produced.

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  Water up and irrigate in

  Published on April 27, 2021
  Over the wide variety of planting and soil-applied herbicide situations, most irrigated producers will gain from an early-season irrigation application. The limiting factor is whether the irrigation system is ready to go.

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  Fall and winter drought could cause challenges in crops

  Published on April 22, 2021
  Below normal precipitation during the fall and winter has resulted in a decline in groundwater levels. Producers need to prepare for potential challenges, especially if they irrigate crops.

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  Cover crop termination timing to help manage soil moisture

  Published on April 19, 2021
  Timing of cover crop termination can have significant benefits in wet and dry springs.

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  Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series kicks off 2021 growing season beginning April 1

  Published on March 15, 2021
  This free weekly series for farmers and agribusinesses focuses on field crop pest and crop management topics during the growing season.