MSU Extension Small Grains

• State pesticide applicators certification exam now available online

  Published on June 29, 2016
  MDARD has partnered with the Metro Institute to offer computer-based testing for state pesticide certification exams.

• Updated cereal leaf beetle fact sheet

  Published on June 23, 2016
  Fact sheet on managing cereal leaf beetle in small grain fields in Michigan has been revised for 2016.

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  Irrigation management: Measuring soil moisture and application uniformity

  Published on June 23, 2016
  Measure soil moisture and irrigation equipment output to ensure timely application of the right amount of water uniformly across your field.

• Central Michigan field crop regional report – June 23, 2016

  Published on June 23, 2016
  Crops are beginning to show moisture stress.

• 2016 hay market taking shape

  Published on June 20, 2016
  As summer continues, the ever-changing hay market continues to raise questions.

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  10 things to think about before establishing pollinator habitat

  Published on June 8, 2016
  Reduce the confusion about pollinator habitat options with this guide and an upcoming event.

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  Supporting beneficial insects on your farm or garden

  Published on June 7, 2016
  MSU research has identified the best plants for supporting pollinators and natural enemies. At this Aug. 2 workshop, you can see the plants and learn how to use them on your farm or garden.

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  Drones or unmanned aerial systems for use in commercial agriculture

  Published on June 2, 2016
  Horticulture and agronomic crop growers can learn the latest on drones or unmanned aerial systems from a series of eXtension webinars.

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  Crop scouting and…ticks?

  Published on June 2, 2016
  Suggestions for avoiding ticks when scouting crops in Michigan.

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  West central Michigan field crops regional report – June 2, 2016

  Published on June 2, 2016
  Scout winter wheat this week for stripe rust and monitor conditions for head scab infection.