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The 2024 southwest Michigan field crops season in review

Published on October 31, 2024
Each growing season brings its own unique opportunities and challenges. This article summarizes the weather, pests and learnings from the 2024 crop season in southwest Michigan.
Review your break-even grain prices to secure profits or minimize losses

Published on October 30, 2024
Following another year of declining prices, marketing strategies may need to focus on minimizing losses
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and testing for winter 2024 through spring 2025

Published on October 23, 2024
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 11, 2024
October is the prime time to collect and submit weed seeds for herbicide resistance screening.
Thinking about reducing tillage in the spring? Start preparing in the fall.

Published on October 11, 2024
Transitioning to reduced or no-till system takes planning before planting. The following steps can help set you up for success in the coming year.
Identify soybean losses during harvest and make adjustments

Published on October 3, 2024
If you’re losing four soybeans per square foot, you are losing about 1 bushel per acre.
Avoid significant yield loss in soybeans by sampling for soybean cyst nematode

Published on September 20, 2024
Fall is the time to collect soil samples for soybean cyst nematodes to plan for next year.
Harvest considerations for overly dry soybeans

Published on September 19, 2024
Should producers harvest overly dry soybeans or wait for rain to increase moisture levels?
Hunting female deer: A better population management strategy

Published on September 17, 2024
When deer numbers become extremely high, crop damage and the associated yield losses from deer are greater than many producers are willing to tolerate.
Red crown rot: A new threat to soybean production

Published on September 5, 2024
Red crown rot can be spread through contaminated soil, providing yet another reason to not move soil and to clean equipment when possible.