MSU Extension Beginning Farmer

Field Crops

• Drone Use in Field Crops

  The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Mike Reinke, MSU Extension viticulture specialist and UAV operator, discussing drone use in field crops.

• Agricultural Weather Outlook for August 7, 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.

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  Soybean Harvest Equipment Field Day to be held in Saginaw County on September 16

  Published on August 7, 2025
  Soybean farmers looking to learn about getting their equipment ready for harvest and how to avoid header losses are invited to attend this annual event.

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  Drone use in field crops

  Published on August 5, 2025
  A new tool is available that is revolutionizing the way we think about modern agriculture. Spray drones are changing how we custom apply agrochemicals. Learn more at the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on August 7.

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  Michigan canola harvest 2025 wraps up

  Published on August 4, 2025
  Updates from the field on canola crop progress, insect pests and crop disease.

• Insect Diagnostics

  The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Sarah Hughson, insect and arthropod diagnostician at MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics, discussing insect diagnostics.

• Agricultural Weather Outlook for July 31, 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.

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  Have you experienced barriers or challenges to accessing farmland? We want to know!

  Published on July 30, 2025
  Take part in a survey from a joint MIFarmLink-MSU Extension research project funded through a SARE grant.

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  Vertical tillage for corn residue management

  Published on July 28, 2025
  Low-disturbance tillage can be a valuable tool for field crop farmers.

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  Recognizing water stress and critical growth stages in corn and soybeans

  Published on July 28, 2025
  When water stops, your crops speak up. From leaf rolling and flipping to flower drop, recognizing stress signs early can help you make timely decisions.

• Agricultural Weather Outlook for July 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.

• Cover Crops After Wheat

  The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Brook Wilke, associate director at the Kellogg Biological Station Long-Term Agroecosystem Research, discussing cover crops after wheat.

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  Insect friend or foe, and how can I know?

  Published on July 23, 2025
  Avoid insect damage and unnecessary insecticide applications by learning the basics of field crops insect identification at the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on July 31.

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  Reducing heat stress in the field

  Published on July 21, 2025
  Heat stress can be an issue for you and your employees, even in a northern state like Michigan.

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  MSU Extension hosts Bean and Beet Field Day to tackle weed, insect and disease challenges

  Published on July 17, 2025
  Join MSU Extension Aug. 19 in Frankenmuth for a Bean and Beet Field Day covering herbicide-resistant weeds, sugarbeet agronomy, pathology and genetics, dry bean production and varieties, plus an insect BT resistance update.

• White Mold and Tar Spot Management and Spraying

  The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Martin Chilvers, MSU field crops pathologist, discussing white mold and tar spot management and spraying.

• Agricultural Weather Outlook for July 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.

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  Find out five reliable options for cover cropping after wheat with MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series

  Published on July 17, 2025
  Managing cover crops carefully to avoid unintended consequences that can affect the next crop in the rotation.

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  Strategies for Purchasing Farm Inputs Bulletin is now available

  Published on July 11, 2025
  New resource from MSU Extension’s DEMaND Series.

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  White mold and tar spot: Are your fields at risk?

  Published on July 10, 2025
  The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues on July 17 with Marty Chilvers discussing tar spot and white mold management considerations.