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Sugarbeet production technology: What has changed?
Published on August 21, 2014
Improvements in sugarbeet production include improved genetics, fine-tuned fertilizer applications, reduced tillage and disease management. -
2014 MSU Nutrient Management Plot Tour Update held September 10
Published on August 8, 2014
The MSU nutrient management plot tour on Sept. 10 will highlight applied field research to improve plant and soil health and fertilizer practices. -
Benefits of tank-mixing Cercospora leaf spot fungicides
Published on August 1, 2014
Tank-mixing sugarbeet fungicides with different modes of action can improve Cercospora leaf spot control, provide micronutrients and delay fungicide resistance. -
Michigan’s Thumb area field crop regional report – July 10, 2014
Published on July 10, 2014
Thunderstorms throughout the region have provided plenty of moisture for crops to grow. -
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – July 3, 2014
Published on July 3, 2014
Growers hope for heat to push crops along. -
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – June 26, 2014
Published on June 26, 2014
Crop condition is improving with rain and there are few major pest problems. -
West Central Michigan field crop regional report – June 26, 2014
Published on June 26, 2014
Warm temperatures and rain showers have benefited nearly all crops in the West Central region this week. -
Evaluate effectiveness of Rhizoctonia control in sugarbeets
Published on June 26, 2014
Growers should evaluate effectiveness of their Rhizoctonia control program in sugarbeets during late August or early September. -
Southwest Michigan field crop regional report – June 19, 2014
Published on June 23, 2014
Severe thunderstorms in the region caused heavy rainfall and damaging winds. -
East Central Michigan field crop regional report – June 19, 2014
Published on June 19, 2014
Crops are off to a slow but good start. Recent rains have prevented ample moisture.