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Handy Bt Trait Table for U.S. corn production updated for 2020

Published on February 18, 2020
Corn growers can use the 2020 Bt Trait Table to keep track of Bt corn traits, efficacy and refuge requirements.
Southwest Michigan floriculture report – February insect update

Published on February 17, 2020
Growers are giving their begonias and Boston ferns a little extra attention.
Field Crops Webinar Series: Disease and insect issues of concern

Published on February 17, 2020
Identifying and understanding crop disease and insect problems is key to successful crop management.
The quest for Lorsban alternatives for cabbage maggot control in brassica root crops: 2019 trials

Published on February 14, 2020
Cabbage maggot is a difficult pest to control in turnips, radishes and rutabagas. Learn the latest results from the 2019 MSU insecticide trials aiming to hunt down Lorsban alternatives.
Lessons learned from the 2019 season part 4

Published on February 14, 2020
This article focuses on crop insurance as a marketing tool.
Core manual/RUP review offered in Spanish on Feb. 27

Published on February 14, 2020
Prepare for the MDARD Core Pesticide Applicators Certification exam with this Spanish-speaking review session in West Olive, Michigan.
Time to think about grain bin safety

Published on February 13, 2020
Learn more about grain bin safety by following these tips and attending a grain safety meeting on Feb. 28 in Rosebush, Michigan.
Lessons learned from the 2019 season part 3

Published on February 13, 2020
This article will focus on the break-evens and how to predict for future references.
Mobile-friendly guide for grape IPM scouting is now available

Published on February 13, 2020
This important grape pest identification management tool can be downloaded for free to view on smart phones and tablets.
Lessons learned from the 2019 season part 1

Published on February 13, 2020
This article will focus on the importance of farm's financial status. Understanding the process of determining how well your farm is doing.