Field Crop Sessions
The MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference will feature several sessions geared toward field crop growers throughout the two-week program.
Several sessions related to field crop production are eligible for RUP and/or CCA credits. To learn if credits are offered for a session, click on the session title below.
Session recordings are available below.
Upcoming Sessions
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Feb 24
MI Ag Ideas to Grow With
February 24, 2025 – March 7, 2025 Zoom
Unique virtual experience encompassing all aspects of the agricultural industry.
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Feb 26
Successfully Secure NRCS EQIP Contracts for Farmers
February 26, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Virtual Via Zoom
Step-by-step support to help farmers understand the scope of the EQIP program, and how to best advocate for themselves and their farm when interacting with their local field office. RUP and CCA credits may be available, pending approval.
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Feb 28
Planning for Climate Change on your Farm
February 28, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Virtual Via Zoom
Think through climate-related risks on your farm and learn how to make a plan to prepare for heavy rains, wind, drought, heat or floods. RUP and CCA credits may be available, pending approval.
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Mar 6
Slug and Bugs
March 6, 2025 8:00AM – 9:00AM Virtual Via Zoom
A look into fields unusual munching activity. What is the common pest? Slugs! We will discuss some of the factors that led to the issue and some ways to mitigate the risk. (RUP and CCA credits offered, pending approval)
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Mar 6
Case #43: The Mystery of the Stunted Soybeans
March 6, 2025 9:00AM – 10:00AM Virtual Via Zoom
Join us for real life cases of stunted soybeans, the steps we took to determine the cause(s), and how to respond to your own crop mysteries (soybeans or otherwise). (RUP / CCA Credits offered pending approval)
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Mar 6
Challenges and Opportunities in Growing Canola
March 6, 2025 10:00AM – 10:30AM Virtual Via Zoom
Want to go beyond corn, soybean, and wheat? Learn about growing canola at the Kellogg Biological Station through the Long-Term Agroecosystem Research, including challenges with planting, harvest, and emerging pests and diseases. RUP & CCA Credits Offered
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Mar 6
Challenges and Opportunities in No-Till
March 6, 2025 10:30AM – 11:00AM Virtual Via Zoom
What happens when you take away tillage? Christine Charles, MSU Extension educator, will share some lessons learned from farmers’ experiences in transitioning to no-till. RUP & CCA Credits Offered, pending approval.
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Mar 6
Digital Agriculture and Precision Technologies: Precision Conservation Strategies
March 6, 2025 11:00AM – 12:00PM Virtual Via Zoom
Look into the crystal ball and see that the future of ag is digital. Precision ag technology offers powerful insights for making decisions to increase farm profitability and reduce environmental impact. RUP & CCA credits offered, pending approval.
Field Crops Session Recordings
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Upgrades to older pivot control systems and 360 Rain- A Quick Look at a Robotic Irrigation and Nutrient Application System
Published on February 27, 2024
One of the newest irrigation ideas is 360 Rain. Explore how it may fit into Midwest crop production with over half of our center pivots over 20 year in age. Explore how this can be used to breathe efficiency into old equipment.
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Building Your Skills with Michigan’s Large Volume Water Use Registration and Reporting tools.
Published on February 27, 2024
Learn the ins and outs of the programs from the State Agency staff who rely on the Michigan Water Withdrawal Assessment Tool (MIWWAT) and the Michigan Large Volume Water Use Reporting Tool.
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Review of 2023 Irrigation Research
Published on February 27, 2024
What did we learn from irrigation research in 2023?
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Soil Health for Beginners: Caring for Your Farm from the Ground Up
Published on February 27, 2024
Soil health is a critical part of farming. If you are new to farming or new to the land, this is a perfect time to make a long-term plan. Discover approaches to learn about your soil and how to support better crop production.
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Irrigation Electrical Safety
Published on February 27, 2024
How do we safely operate electric pumps and center pivots?