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Wheat Watchers Week of May 25, 2026

Published on May 28, 2026
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week.
Introducing weekly crop water use reports for irrigation scheduling

Published on May 28, 2026
Weekly crop water use reports provide irrigators with data-driven recommendations on the amount of irrigation water needed to meet crop water demands and support efficient irrigation scheduling decisions.
From Phosphorus to Partnerships: Solutions for healthier lakes

Published on May 28, 2026
How farmers, municipalities and community members can help reduce harmful algal blooms.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 28, 2026

Published on May 28, 2026
First cutting of hay and forages began in earnest. Wheat has mostly finished flowering and is entering early kernel fill.
Thinking about a new way to assess soybean stands?

Published on May 28, 2026
New and more efficient ways to assess soybean stands would increase the likelihood of getting stand counts done when needed. How do high-tech options compare with the tried-and-true manual counts?
Spring 2026 Featured Undergraduate: Dan Stanley

Published on May 28, 2026
Meet Dan Stanley, an undergraduate student studying entomology at MSU.
Michigan hop pest report – May 22, 2026

Published on May 27, 2026
Michigan hopyards are in a critical pest management period for key insect pests and diseases. Growers should scout regularly and thoroughly.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 26, 2026

Published on May 27, 2026
Strawberry harvest is starting soon, and blueberry bloom is still going.
Help inform orchard pollination management! New survey seeks input from Michigan tree fruit growers

Published on May 27, 2026
The Michigan State University Tree Fruit Entomology Lab wants to know how Michigan tree fruit growers are managing pollination in their orchards.
Regenerative agriculture in vineyards and orchards: Cover cropping considerations

Published on May 27, 2026
While regenerative practices aim to improve soil, water, nutrient cycling and biodiversity, and strengthen farmer and community well-being, they also come with challenges. Learn key insights on how to navigate and implement these different principles.