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Elevate your market prices with Grain Gains

Published on October 13, 2025
Grain Gains: An Introduction to Grain Marketing is a new online course from MSU Extension.
Grow your expertise at the 2026 Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management Training

Published on October 13, 2025
Join MSU Extension for a one-day soil fertility and nutrient management training.
2025 GLEXPO Pesticide Applicator Review and MDARD Testing offered in English and Spanish, December 11

Published on October 9, 2025
Register now for the Pesticide Core Review Training at GLEXPO 2025 on December 11. Participants can take the MDARD RUP test in the afternoon in English or Spanish and earn RUP credits. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Beyond resistance, why is horseweed a headache for managers?

Published on October 9, 2025
Michigan State University researchers study the factors that affect horseweed’s remarkable ability to develop as a winter or summer annual weed.
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and MDARD testing for winter 2025 through spring 2026

Published on October 7, 2025
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions with MDARD testing.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 1, 2025
October is the prime time to collect and submit weed seeds for herbicide resistance screening.
Is grain storage the weak link in your marketing plan?

Published on September 26, 2025
Navigating the challenge of bushels over bin space.
Optimizing row spacing and seed placement for high yield potential in winter wheat

Published on September 22, 2025
Optimized planting decisions such as narrow rows and adaptation of other factors can help to maximize winter wheat yields.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 18, 2025

Published on September 18, 2025
This is the final southwest Michigan field crops update of the season as corn and soybeans are entering physiological maturity and drying down for harvest.
Exploring winter wheat canopy architecture for variety-specific management strategies

Published on September 16, 2025
Michigan State University is evaluating if winter wheat varieties differ in their canopy type and if farmers can take advantage of this trait in managing wheat.