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Integrated pest management webinars now available on demand
Published on November 1, 2013
MSU Extension is now offering Integrated Pest Management Academy Online, a series of online prerecorded webinars. Commercial and private core pesticide recertification credits are available for Michigan applicators. -
Safety first when harvesting sugarbeets
Published on October 21, 2013
Sugarbeet harvest involves a lot of equipment and people. Growers should take a little extra time and precautions to make it a safe harvest. -
Sugarbeet disease pressure has been low in 2013
Published on September 24, 2013
Cercospora leaf spot and Rhizoctonia rot root levels have been low in Michigan for 2013. Late season dry conditions are conducive to powdery mildew development. -
Dry conditions will impact sugarbeet harvest and quality
Published on September 20, 2013
Harvesting sugarbeets under dry conditions can increase harvest loss and increase sugar content. -
East central Michigan field crops regional report – September 5, 2013
Published on September 5, 2013
Crop conditions continue to be variable throughout the region. Early planted crops are nearing maturity. Late planted crops have a long way to go. -
Northeast Michigan field crops regional report – Aug. 22, 2013
Published on August 23, 2013
Warmer temperatures in the forecast offer hope for crop maturation before frost. -
East central Michigan field crops regional report – Aug. 22, 2013
Published on August 22, 2013
Crop conditions are variable throughout the east central region. Many areas are now seriously suffering from the dry weather. -
West central Michigan field crops regional report – Aug. 9, 2013
Published on August 9, 2013
Cool temperatures are comfortable for people, but many crops need more growing degree days. -
Northeast Michigan field crops regional report – Aug. 8, 2013
Published on August 8, 2013
Frequent rainfall and cool temperatures have enhanced pollination, but wheat is sprouting in the field. -
Central Michigan field crops regional report – Aug. 8, 2013
Published on August 8, 2013
Cool temperatures in the central region slow crop progress.