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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Strategies for Purchasing Farm Inputs Bulletin is now available

Published on July 11, 2025
New resource from MSU Extension’s DEMaND Series.
Bulletin E-3508 Strategies for Purchasing Farm Inputs

Published on July 10, 2025
Are farm input prices better now or later? This publication offers insight into strategic approaches to buying farm inputs, including understanding market conditions, identifying farm needs, maximizing available cash and prioritizing when and what to buy.
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.
Thinking about using foliar fertilizers in soybeans?

Published on July 10, 2025
Many foliar fertilizer products are marketed to soybean producers that claim to increase yield, but which ones actually do?
Soybean sidekicks: Microbes to the rescue (sometimes)

Published on July 10, 2025
Interest level in agricultural biological products is at an all-time high, but have research results shown their profitability?
Hot Topics Q&A with Specialists

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series Hot Topics Q&A session allows attendees to ask questions with our specialists in an open format.