News
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New MSU Extension field crops educator in southwest Michigan
Published on February 9, 2024
Nicolle Ritchie has a strong background in integrated pest management and is passionate about managing pest resistance and improving soil health. -
How is this mild winter affecting my wheat crop?
Published on January 29, 2024
We’ve had a milder than normal winter. How is this affecting vernalization and cold hardiness of the 2024 wheat crop? -
MSU Extension Field Crops Webinar Series begins February 2024
Published on January 10, 2024
The Field Crops Webinar Series will again be offered February through March to help growers and agribusiness professionals prepare for the 2024 growing season. -
Final call to register for 2023 Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update
Published on December 7, 2023
Only a few days remain to register for the annual MSU Extension Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update for Agribusiness meeting on December 19. -
Fall wheat emergence and the vernalization process
Published on November 22, 2023
If late-planted wheat doesn't emerge, can it still survive, vernalize and produce good yields? -
Michigan pesticide applicator review sessions, recertifications credits, and testing options for winter 2023 through spring 2024
Published on October 19, 2023
Frequently asked questions about when and where pesticide applicators can earn education credits or take the certification exam. -
Fall field crop update for Michigan’s Thumb region
Published on October 6, 2023
From east to west and north to south, crops look consistent and are highly variable with both excellent and poor yields being reported with lower prices forecasted. -
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. -
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening
Published on September 14, 2023
Collect weed seeds September-October to submit for herbicide resistance screening. -
Dr Ravi Singh of CIMMYT, “Leadership in Plant Breeding for Global Food Security” seminar series
Published on September 8, 2023
A leading scholars in the field of wheat agriculture, Dr Sing has contributed to development, release, and cultivation of over 550 wheat varieties in pursuing his goal of feeding the future. Still has a moment for graduate students at MSU.