Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences Weeds

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  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.

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  MSU AgBioResearch, MSU Extension announce 2025 field days

  Published on May 8, 2025
  The events will take place across Michigan from May through September.

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 8, 2025

  Published on May 8, 2025
  Corn and soybeans started emerging, and wheat is at Feekes 8/9 (flag leaf emerging to fully emerged with ligule).

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  What is evapotranspiration and why is it important in irrigation?

  Published on May 7, 2025
  Evapotranspiration (ET) isn’t just a scientific term, it’s the foundation of efficient irrigation. Understanding and applying ET helps maximize yields while improving water productivity.

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 1, 2025

  Published on May 1, 2025
  More dry weather resulted in planting and cultivation. Winter wheat hit Feekes 7, and cereal leaf beetle adults were found in southern fields.

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• May 13

  Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – 5-13-25 MSU Pavilion

  May 13, 2025 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. MSU Pavilion - 4301 Farm Lane Rd., East Lansing, MI 48824

  A review of the Core Pesticide Applicators Manual to prepare for the MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam in the afternoon. THE CORE REVIEW IS MANDATORY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IN-PERSON TESTING. Refreshments and light lunch will be served.

• May 20

  Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – 5-20-25 Gaylord

  May 20, 2025 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. University Center - 80 Livingston Blvd., Gaylord, MI 49735

  A review of the Core Pesticide Applicators Manual to prepare for the MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam in the afternoon. THE CORE REVIEW IS MANDATORY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IN-PERSON TESTING. Refreshments and light lunch will be served.

• May 28

  Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – 5-28-25 Pontiac

  May 28, 2025 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. Oakland County EOB Conference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Rd., Bldg 41W, Pontiac, MI 48328

  A review of the Core Pesticide Applicators Manual to prepare for the MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam in the afternoon. THE CORE REVIEW IS MANDATORY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IN-PERSON TESTING. Refreshments and light lunch will be served.