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Irrigation trends in Michigan

Published on June 6, 2023
A look at trends in the number of irrigated acres and overall irrigation water use.
MSU AgBioResearch, Extension to host research center field days this summer

Published on June 6, 2023
The public is invited to learn about research and programming that impact Michigan food and natural resources
Causes of variable and delayed soybean emergence

Published on June 2, 2023
Understanding the causes of this year’s variable or delayed soybean emergence and estimating the viability of the seeds and seedlings will help producers manage affected fields.
How can I make the best decision on whether to “plant green” this year or not?

Published on June 1, 2023
Farmers that use cover crops can decide to "plant green", which refers to planting a cash crop while the cover crop is still living. This article outlines the potential risks and considerations when deciding whether or not to plant green.
Dry forecast: How will that impact weed control?

Published on June 1, 2023
Weeds under environmental stress are hard to control.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 18, 2023

Published on May 18, 2023
Near-perfect spring weather has allowed for a continued surge in planting progress…now we just need enough soil moisture to get the crops up and established.
Soybean planting depth considerations when planting into dry soil conditions

Published on May 18, 2023
How to identify and achieve the optimum planting depth if you are faced with dry soil conditions.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 11, 2023

Published on May 11, 2023
Ideal weather conditions helped soils dry out and allowed for a flush of planting and other field operations this past week.
Which Michigan pesticide applicator certification do I need?

Published on April 13, 2023
Michigan pesticide applicator license requirements are typically straightforward in most agricultural settings, but it can be confusing to know which license is required under certain unique scenarios.
Recommendations for planting large soybean seed

Published on April 13, 2023
Large soybean seed may create some challenges. Understanding the challenges and the strategies for overcoming them will improve seed performance.