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Agricultural Weather Outlook for May 8, 2025

Jeff Andersen, Michigan State University agricultural meteorologist, presents a weather forecast focusing on farmer's interests on the Michigan State University Extension Field Crop Virtual Breakfast.
Disease Management in Wheat and Small Grains

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Martin Chilvers, MSU field crops plant pathologist, discussing disease management in wheat and small grains.
Weeds outcompete cash crop in surprising victory!

Published on May 8, 2025
Avoid this situation by tuning in to the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series with MSU weed specialist Erin Burns on May 15.
What is evapotranspiration and why is it important in irrigation?

Published on May 7, 2025
Evapotranspiration (ET) isn’t just a scientific term, it’s the foundation of efficient irrigation. Understanding and applying ET helps maximize yields while improving water productivity.
Exploring alternative field crops

Published on May 5, 2025
Alternative crops come with both opportunities and risks.
When is the best time to sell grain?

Published on May 2, 2025
Market trend data may hold the key to maximizing sales.
MDARD in-person core review and testing offered in Oakland County on May 28

Published on May 1, 2025
Participants will review the core manual and take the pesticide applicator test. Private and commercial core, fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available. Participants can receive four core RUP credits.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for May 1, 2025

Jeff Andersen, Michigan State University agricultural meteorologist, presents a weather forecast focusing on farmer's interests on the Michigan State University Extension Field Crop Virtual Breakfast.
Optimizing Forage Quality in Hay & Haylage

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Kim Cassida, MSU forages and cover crops specialist, discussing optimizing forage quality in hay and haylage.
When is the Best Time to Sell Grain?

Published on April 30, 2025
Market trend data may hold the key to maximizing sales.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for April 24, 2025

Jeff Andersen, Michigan State University agricultural meteorologist, presents a weather forecast focusing on farmer's interests on the Michigan State University Extension Field Crop Virtual Breakfast.
Herbicide Resistance – Waterhemp Focus

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Erin Hill, MSU weed science diagnostician, discussing herbicide resistance with a focus on waterhemp.
Free trainings for educators working with beginning farmers offered this spring and summer

Published on April 23, 2025
Join us for an engaging, hands-on train-the-trainer workshop designed for educators working with beginning farmers!
Regional wheat field days offered in May 2025

Published on April 23, 2025
Join MSU Extension and Michigan Wheat Program for a small regional wheat field day near you.
Optimizing your forage quality is the topic for the May 1 Virtual Breakfast Series

Published on April 23, 2025
The balancing act between forage yield and quality will challenge even the best forage producers. Join and learn some practical strategies to help increase profitability and efficiency in forage production.
Scout, scout, let it all out

Published on April 22, 2025
When it comes to pest management, a robust scouting program is one of the things you can’t do without. Join Scouting School in Barry County this year!
Agricultural Weather Outlook for April 17, 2025

Jeff Andersen, Michigan State University agricultural meteorologist, presents a weather forecast focusing on farmer's interests on the Michigan State University Extension Field Crop Virtual Breakfast.
Nitrogen Stabilizers & Extenders

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Kurt Steinke, MSU Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management, discussing nitrogen stabilizers and extenders.
Michigan State University Extension and Michigan Potato Industry Commission potato seed spacing and depth research

Published on April 17, 2025
MSU Extension, in partnership with the Michigan Potato Industry Commission, conducts potato seed spacing and depth research with published factsheets highlighting year one research.
Did conservation practices price out for an agroecology research site in 2024?

Published on April 16, 2025
Looking at the 2024 financials of the Kellogg Biological Station’s Long-Term Agroecosystem Research experimental site.