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Cercospora leaf spot control discussion with MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast

Published on June 3, 2025
The 2025 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues June 12 with a discussion on Cercospora leaf spot control with MSU associate professor and Extension specialist Jaime Willbur.
Learn about wheat fungicide application equipment and technology on June 5 Virtual Breakfast Series

Published on May 28, 2025
Achieving fungicide coverage of the wheat head in 365 degrees is critical for effective disease control. Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on June 5 to learn more.
Early season irrigation for small grains and forages

Published on May 22, 2025
Irrigated small grains and alfalfa hay tend to have higher water demands when compared to most field crops and are often overlooked when it comes to timely irrigation.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 22, 2025

Published on May 22, 2025
Wheat is heading out and just starting to flower on some acres. Cool weather slowed down corn and soybean progress.
Improving dry bean management through data driven decisions

Published on May 21, 2025
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on May 29 for a conversation on all things dry beans with MSU dry bean specialist, Scott Bales.
Help shape the future of livestock water management—Take the MSU Extension survey

Published on May 16, 2025
Your input can help shape practical solutions for more efficient water use in animal agriculture.
The 2025 MSU Weed Tour is June 25

Published on May 16, 2025
Join Michigan State University to view the latest in corn and soybean weed control research.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 15, 2025

Published on May 15, 2025
Corn and soybeans continue to emerge while planting is ongoing. Wheat is at Feekes 9 (flag leaf fully emerged) and early 10 (boot stage).
Impact of heat stress on wheat yields to be discussed on Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series

Published on May 15, 2025
Dennis Pennington will talk through the dangers of high temperatures for wheat at flowering during the May 22 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series.
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.