Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences Cropping Systems Agronomy

Small Grains

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  Fertigation and sidedress nitrogen applications can protect farm profits and the environment

  Published on June 17, 2024
  Split nitrogen applications, such as fertigation and sidedress nitrogen, on sandy soils are an essential component to increasing nitrogen use efficiency and mitigating environmental risks.

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  Management considerations for late-planted wheat

  Published on September 28, 2023
  Planting wheat in late October or early November? Make sure to follow these tips.

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  Planting the 2023 Wheat Crop

  Published on September 6, 2022
  Much of wheat’s yield potential is determined at planting.  To attain top yields, timely planting coupled with appropriate seeding practices can be critical for ensuring an even and uniform stand.

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  New research on yield response to wheat leaf architecture

  Published on June 16, 2020
  Michigan State University research is looking at the relationship between plant leaf architecture, seeding rates and yield.

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  Conventional drill versus precision planting in wheat: What do we know so far?

  Published on June 8, 2020
  Michigan State University research is looking at the benefits of precision planting wheat compared to conventional drill.