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Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on August 13, 2026
To raise awareness of pesticides currently impacted by the new EPA Bulletins Live! Two pesticide label directive, Michigan State University Extension will be generating a Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report twice a month.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 13, 2026

Published on August 13, 2026
Seed and kernel fill are progressing in corn and soybeans. Late blight discovered in St. Joseph County.
Insect friend or foe? Soft black beetle with rounded red and black hood

Published on August 12, 2026
Fireflies are easily recognizable at night, but they may be less familiar on crops. Are they agricultural friends, foes or something in-between?
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 6, 2026

Published on August 6, 2026
Most soybeans and corn are moving into seed fill stages.
Time well-spent for seed treatment education

Published on August 5, 2026
Register today for in-person or virtual seed treatment education opportunities coming up in August and September. RUP and CCA credits requested.
MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast series continues August 13 with field crop nematode management strategies

Published on August 5, 2026
The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with MSU Extension field crop nematologist Marisol Quintanilla discussing management strategies for nematode species problematic in Michigan row crops.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 30, 2026

Published on July 30, 2026
Soybeans are in pod or seed formation stages.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 23, 2026

Published on July 23, 2026
Most soybeans are in pod formation, and many corn acres have tassels and silks out.
Michigan AgrAbility 2025 updates

Published on July 22, 2026
For farmers, injuries, chronic health conditions, disabilities and the effects of aging can make everyday tasks more difficult and increase the risk of further injury.
Get the latest cover crop tips at MSU Extension Field Crop Virtual Breakfast

Published on July 21, 2026
Brooke Wilke from the long -term agroecosystem research experiment will talk about cover crops on July 30.