Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences Weeds

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – June 19, 2025

  Published on June 19, 2025
  Sidedress nitrogen applications went out on corn. Early soybeans are starting to flower. Scout for potato leafhopper in potatoes and alfalfa.

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  Getting the most from every drop: Irrigation management with MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast

  Published on June 18, 2025
  The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues June 26 with irrigation management insights from MSU specialist Younsuk Dong.

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  MSU-led research team receives $500K grant to combat herbicide-resistant weeds in soybeans

  Published on June 16, 2025
  The grant is funded by the United Soybean Board.

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  Legacy phosphorus and water quality with MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast

  Published on June 13, 2025
  The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues June 19 with a discussion on water quality and phosphorus loss through tile lines with MSU specialist Ehsan Ghane.

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – June 12, 2025

  Published on June 12, 2025
  Potato leafhopper is present—watch for it in potatoes and alfalfa. Wheat is done flowering and starting kernel fill.

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• Jun 25

  MSU Weed Tour and Michigan Wheat Program Wheat Field Day 2025

  June 25, 2025 8:30AM – 5:30PM MSU Agronomy Farm, 4450 Beaumont Rd., Lansing, MI 48910

  The tour will provide ample opportunity for participants to look at corn and soybean research plots and participate in some short field presentations. Recertification credits have been requested.