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Open Q & A with MSU specialists on June 8 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series

Published on May 30, 2023
The June 8 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series will allow attendees to ask questions with our specialists in a more open format.
Highlighting Plant and Pest Diagnostics on the next Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series

Published on May 18, 2023
On May 25, Erin Hill will join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series to discuss the services and programs offered by MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics Center.
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast series to kick off new growing season March 30, 2023

Published on March 8, 2023
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.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 19, 2022
Collect weed seeds September-October to submit for herbicide resistance screening.
Michigan pesticide applicator review sessions, recertifications credits and testing options for fall 2022 and winter 2023

Published on October 17, 2022
Frequently asked questions about when and where pesticide applicators can earn education credits or take the certification exam.
Support bees, other pollinators through the Pollinator Protection for Pesticide Applicators Online Course

Published on October 13, 2022
Pesticide applicators in Michigan can earn one restricted use pesticide (RUP) credit in this free, self-paced, online course.
Podcast celebrates 50 years of integrated pest management progress

Published on October 11, 2022
Join researchers and educators as they reflect on the past, present and future of integrated pest management.
Proper tractor tire pressure saves fuel and time

Published on May 12, 2022
Inflating tractor tires properly is an important way to save fuel and time during field operations.
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.
Plant identification? There’s an app for that—actually several!

Published on April 1, 2022
2022 update! Plant identification apps for smart phones have seen significant improvements over the past several years, offering the opportunity to take a photo and get an instant identification in many cases.