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The 2025 southwest Michigan field crops season in review

Published on November 5, 2025
Each growing season brings its own unique opportunities and challenges. This article summarizes the weather, pests and learnings from the 2025 crop season in southwest Michigan.
Essential irrigation winterization tips before freezing temperatures hit

Published on November 3, 2025
A few preventive steps this fall can make all the difference next season. Learn how to prepare your irrigation system for winter.
Adventure awaits at the 2025 Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update for Agribusiness

Published on October 23, 2025
This December, embark on a quest to change your clients’ field crops fate by listening to the latest research on pest and crop management. Five RUP and 5.5 CCA credits are available.
Seed selection goes beyond yield and disease resistance

Published on October 21, 2025
New resources from MSU Extension can help you choose the right seed for your farm.
Interseeding cover crops into corn and soybeans in Michigan: Lessons learned

Published on October 9, 2025
Michigan farmers have found creative ways to get cover crops in earlier. Here are some interseeding tips we have learned from trial (and some error).
Beyond resistance, why is horseweed a headache for managers?

Published on October 9, 2025
Michigan State University researchers study the factors that affect horseweed’s remarkable ability to develop as a winter or summer annual weed.
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and MDARD testing for winter 2025 through spring 2026

Published on October 7, 2025
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions with MDARD testing.
Changes to billing of nematode testing for Michigan soybean growers

Published on October 6, 2025
The Michigan Soybean Committee will discontinue the funding for nematode analysis at the end of 2025.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 1, 2025
October is the prime time to collect and submit weed seeds for herbicide resistance screening.
Is grain storage the weak link in your marketing plan?

Published on September 26, 2025
Navigating the challenge of bushels over bin space.