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Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 29, 2025
Published on May 29, 2025
Wheat is mostly in full flower, and some fungicides for Fusarium head blight have gone out. Corn and soybeans continue in early vegetative stages, potatoes are at tuber initiation, and alfalfa had its first cutting. -
Early season irrigation for small grains and forages
Published on May 22, 2025
Irrigated small grains and alfalfa hay tend to have higher water demands when compared to most field crops and are often overlooked when it comes to timely irrigation. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 22, 2025
Published on May 22, 2025
Wheat is heading out and just starting to flower on some acres. Cool weather slowed down corn and soybean progress. -
The 2025 MSU Weed Tour is June 25
Published on May 16, 2025
Join Michigan State University to view the latest in corn and soybean weed control research. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 15, 2025
Published on May 15, 2025
Corn and soybeans continue to emerge while planting is ongoing. Wheat is at Feekes 9 (flag leaf fully emerged) and early 10 (boot stage).