News

Quarterly grain market updates and marketing strategy meetings available in-person or virtually

Published on November 16, 2022
Come learn about current market trends and principles to help you markets your grains.
Michigan pesticide applicator recertification credits available in person and online before the end of the year

Published on October 31, 2022
Growers needing a few more credits to renew their pesticide applicator license have some online and in-person opportunities available.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 19, 2022
Collect weed seeds September-October to submit for herbicide resistance screening.
Cereal rye varieties grown in Michigan show substantial differences in growth habit, yield and quality for distilled spirits

Published on October 4, 2022
Growers and distillers can use this information to select the best rye varieties for Michigan.
Planting the 2023 Wheat Crop

Published on September 6, 2022
Much of wheat’s yield potential is determined at planting. To attain top yields, timely planting coupled with appropriate seeding practices can be critical for ensuring an even and uniform stand.
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.
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.
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.
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.