MSU Extension Soybeans

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 17, 2025

  Published on July 17, 2025
  Corn is in early reproductive stages, and detasseling in seed corn is in earnest. High temperatures and little precipitation have resulted in spider mite infestations in soybeans.

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  Drive-by crop identification in southwest Michigan

  Published on July 17, 2025
  Michigan has a diverse agricultural landscape. Learn to identify five of southwest Michigan’s field crops from the comfort of your vehicle.

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  Find out five reliable options for cover cropping after wheat with MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series

  Published on July 17, 2025
  Managing cover crops carefully to avoid unintended consequences that can affect the next crop in the rotation.

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  Will an improved PLC program pay more often?

  Published on July 17, 2025
  Testing PLC updates against historical prices and looking forward to future support.

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  Treat yourself to in-person seed treatment education

  Published on July 15, 2025
  This in-person workshop held in Van Buren County on August 18 will provide education on a variety of seed treatment related topics. Four RUP credits (core and category 4) and CCA credits have been requested.

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  Seed selection goes beyond yield and disease resistance

  Published on July 11, 2025
  New resources from MSU Extension can help you choose the right seed for your farm.

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  Soybean sidekicks: Microbes to the rescue (sometimes)

  Published on July 10, 2025
  Interest level in agricultural biological products is at an all-time high, but have research results shown their profitability?

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  Thinking about using foliar fertilizers in soybeans?

  Published on July 10, 2025
  Many foliar fertilizer products are marketed to soybean producers that claim to increase yield, but which ones actually do?

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 10, 2025

  Published on July 10, 2025
  Tar spot was confirmed in Cass County. With corn starting to tassel, scout for tar spot and western bean cutworm. Wheat reached physiological maturity, and harvest began.

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  Do you feel the need…the need for seed (treatment)?

  Published on July 10, 2025
  Join MSU Extension for field crops seed treatment webinars every Tuesday in August. One RUP credit per webinar is available in 1A, 4 or private core.