Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences Weeds

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  Paraquat and Dicamba require additional applicator training

  Published on April 6, 2026
  EPA requires pesticide applicators using paraquat and dicamba to complete label-mandated training.

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  Soil fertility considerations in a down market

  Published on April 6, 2026
  The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast series continues April 16 with guest speaker Kurt Steinke, a soil fertility and nutrient management specialist at Michigan State University.

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  MSU Extension field crops Scouting School returns for the third year

  Published on April 1, 2026
  This scouting school is designed for interns and entry level scouts to learn the basics of identification, walking patterns and scouting tools.

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  MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast series continues April 9 with corn and soybean planting considerations

  Published on March 31, 2026
  The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast series continues with MSU Extension cropping systems agronomist Manni Singh discussing planting considerations for corn and soybeans.

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  Control weeds early to spring into successful weed management

  Published on March 26, 2026
  The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues on April 2 with guest speaker Christy Sprague, a weeds specialist at Michigan State University.

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Upcoming Weed Events

• Apr 9

  Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Corn and Soybean Planting Considerations

  April 9, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online

  The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

• Apr 14

  Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – April 14 2026 Traverse City

  April 14, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. Northwest Research Center, 6686 S. Center Hwy., Traverse City, MI

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

• Apr 16

  Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Soil Fertility Considerations in a Down Market

  April 16, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online

  The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

• Apr 16

  Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing –April 16 2026 Frankenmuth

  April 16, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. Saginaw Valley Research & Extension Center - 3775 S. Reese Rd., Frankenmuth, MI

  A review of the Pesticide Applicators Core 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.

• Apr 21

  Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – April 21 2026 Gaylord

  April 21, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. University Center, 80 Livingston Blvd., Gaylord, MI

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