MSU Extension Sugarbeets

News

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  Crop scouting and…ticks?

  Published on June 2, 2016
  Suggestions for avoiding ticks when scouting crops in Michigan.

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  Drones or unmanned aerial systems for use in commercial agriculture

  Published on June 2, 2016
  Horticulture and agronomic crop growers can learn the latest on drones or unmanned aerial systems from a series of eXtension webinars.

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  New growing degree-day maps on Enviro-weather

  Published on May 24, 2016
  Interpreting the newly revised growing degree-day maps on MSU Enviro-weather.

• Early-season insect risk checklist for field crops

  Published on May 20, 2016
  Certain conditions may result in an increased risk of early-season pest insect infestation in some fields.

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  Foliar applications of azoxystrobin for Rhizoctonia control in sugarbeets

  Published on May 16, 2016
  Best timing for foliar applications of azoxystrobin for Rhizoctonia control in sugarbeets depends on growth stage, soil moisture and temperature, and weather.

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  Factors to consider for sugarbeet replanting

  Published on May 12, 2016
  Sugarbeet replanting decisions are always difficult due to multiple factors ranging from population, plant health and timing of replants.

• West central Michigan field crop regional report – April 28, 2016

  Published on April 28, 2016
  Spring work was getting underway across central Michigan, but is now stalled by rain.

• Healthy soils provide foundation for healthy food production

  Published on April 12, 2016
  Farmers will discover what makes a healthy soil and management practices for healthy soils at Agriculture Innovation Day on Aug. 24, 2016, in Frankenmuth, Michigan.

• Upper Peninsula farmer shares suggestions for newer farmers based on lifetime experience

  Published on March 1, 2016
  It can pay off to listen to advice from experienced, successful farmers.

• Potential sources of labor: Are these in your future plans?

  Published on February 29, 2016
  Farms should think about different strategies to fill their labor needs in 2016 and beyond. Consider any and all of these options and strategies to obtain needed workers in the future.