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  Michigan farmer supports new MSU climate resiliency program, seeks long-term solutions

  Published on June 5, 2024
  Ben Schilling is a sixth-generation farmer in southwest Michigan.

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  But can it be profitable? An initial economic summary of an aspirational cropping system

  Published on May 31, 2024
  Opening the financial books on the first two years of the Kellogg Biological Station Long-Term Agroecosystem Research.

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  Directed spray applications in corn coming up in June 6 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast

  Published on May 28, 2024
  Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on June 6 for management recommendations on directed spray applications in corn.

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  MSU AgBioResearch, MSU Extension to host field days around the state this summer

  Published on May 28, 2024
  Growers and producers will have the chance to participate in field days across Michigan.

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  Wheat fungicide: Informing your spray decision for the 2024 season

  Published on May 23, 2024
  Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on May 30 for management recommendations on your wheat fungicide spraying to keep your yield protected.

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  Irrigation supply companies, an irrigator’s hero after the storm

  Published on May 23, 2024
  Irrigation companies prioritize pivot repairs following storm damage to reduce potential yield loss. Watch for symptoms of storm damage to irrigation structures and reduce the likelihood of economic loss from damage as much as possible.

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  Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with dry bean production in Michigan

  Published on May 15, 2024
  The May 23 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast will feature Scott Bales, MSU dry bean specialist, discussing dry bean production in Michigan.

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  Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with planning postemergence weed control for the season ahead

  Published on May 8, 2024
  Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on May 16 to plan your postemergence weed control options with Erin Burns.

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  Planning for the Unexpected

  Published on May 1, 2024
  Knowing your context is important on your farm. But what happens when your context changes unexpectedly? No matter how well you plan, make goals, or manage your farm you will experience unexpected weather events.

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  Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with corn and nitrogen management after waterlogging

  Published on April 30, 2024
  Join us May 9 as Alex Lindsey discusses managing corn and nitrogen after waterlogging.