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MSU Extension Field Crops Webinar Series returns February 2025

Published on January 16, 2025
The Field Crops Webinar Series is offered for eight weeks to help prepare for the 2025 growing season.
The crops don’t stop (at state lines)

Published on January 15, 2025
The Michiana Irrigated Corn and Soybean Conference on March 5 will help growers and agribusiness professionals improve fields crops and irrigation management. Three Michigan RUP, 4.5 CCA and Indiana PARP and CCH credits are available.
Branch County Farmers Day February 17

Published on January 15, 2025
The Branch County Farmers Day will feature two simultaneous but separate events: field crops educational sessions and in-person pesticide applicator testing. RUP and CCA credits available.
Southeast Michigan Crop and Pest Management Update held in Hillsdale on February 20

Published on January 15, 2025
Hear from Michigan State University and Ohio State University specialists, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, and get the latest MSU Weed Control Guide for Field Crops.
Michigan State University Extension to host 2025 Restricted Use Pesticide Review and Testing in Montcalm County

Published on January 15, 2025
MSU Extension in partnership with MDARD will host a 2025 Restricted Use Pesticide Review and Testing at Montcalm Community College on Feb. 12, 2025.
Precision agriculture: Technologies and strategies in today’s world

Published on January 14, 2025
Today’s farm is vastly different than those of 30-50 years ago. With advancements in technology, proper utilization can lead to innovations that significantly boost productivity and profitability.
Field crop updates ahead for southwest Michigan

Published on January 7, 2025
Attend the Crop and Pest Management Update on Feb. 5 in Dowagiac. Local topics include a crop and soil fertility Q&A, weed control updates, how drainage can protect your crop and more. Three RUP credits available (private, 1A).
Register now for the 2025 Crop and Pest Management meeting in Bad Axe

Published on January 2, 2025
Join MSU Extension field crops educators for this in-person meeting on Friday, Jan. 10.
MSU Extension to host restricted use pesticide review and testing January 21 at Great Lakes Trade Expo

Published on December 17, 2024
MSU Extension, in partnership with MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program and MDARD, will host a restricted use pesticide (RUP) review and testing at the 2025 Great Lakes Trade Expo. RUP credits are available.
MSU Extension to host restricted use pesticide review and testing on MSU campus December 19

Published on December 4, 2024
MSU Extension, in partnership with MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, will host a restricted use pesticide (RUP) review and exam session at the MSU Pavilion on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024.
Volunteer potato risk in Michigan

Published on November 21, 2024
Learn more about the risks and management of volunteer potatoes.
Herbicide plan for the 2025 season

Published on November 19, 2024
Update for field crop farmers on RUP credit opportunities, Bulletins Live! Two and herbicide strategies for the 2025 season.
2025 Regional Crop and Pest Management Update locations and dates announced

Published on October 29, 2024
Register now for one of six in-person Crop and Pest Management Updates scheduled across Michigan this winter.
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and testing for winter 2024 through spring 2025

Published on October 23, 2024
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 11, 2024
October is the prime time to collect and submit weed seeds for herbicide resistance screening.
Getting a start on weed control in the fall

Published on September 18, 2024
Fall is a good time to manage problem weeds.
MSU AgBioResearch, MSU Extension to host field days around the state this summer

Published on May 28, 2024
Growers and producers will have the chance to participate in field days across Michigan.
2024 MSU Weed Tour is June 26

Published on May 17, 2024
Come join Michigan State University to view the latest in corn and soybean weed control research.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 16, 2024

Published on May 16, 2024
Storm cleanup and pivot repairs continue from last week. Frequent precipitation slows field work. Wheat hits Feekes 10.5.
2024 status of herbicide-resistant weeds in Michigan

Published on April 1, 2024
Each year, new herbicide resistance cases are identified by MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics.