News

2027 Cost of Production projection tools now available

Published on September 25, 2026
The updated cost of production Excel-based tool for corn, soybeans, and wheat is now available from MSU Extension.
Nutrient removal rates in harvested grain: corn, soybeans, wheat, oats, dry beans and canola

Published on September 24, 2026
Nutrient removal by harvested portions of grain crops is an important consideration in deciding fertilizer rates.
Soybean Harvest Equipment Field Day postponement date set

Published on September 21, 2026
The field day, which was postponed due to crop progress and weather issues, is now set for Tuesday, Sept. 29. Online registration is extended through Thursday, Sept. 24.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 17, 2026

Published on September 17, 2026
Soybeans and corn are finishing up kernel fill and drying down. Seed corn and potato harvesters ran as weather permitted.
Late-season soybean decisions: Maximizing harvest efficiency and planning for 2027

Published on September 16, 2026
Decisions made this fall can influence profitability beyond yield, from minimizing harvest losses and managing grain moisture to selecting soybean varieties that better fit 2027 production goals.
Thinking about managing white mold with biologicals?

Published on September 15, 2026
Reducing the number of overwintering structures is key to managing white mold, and one biological product has been shown to be effective in this strategy.
Soybean Harvest Equipment Field Day postponed due to weather

Published on September 15, 2026
The field day was postponed due to the rain forecast and is currently planned for Tuesday, Sept. 22. Online registration is extended through Thursday, Sept. 17.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 10, 2026

Published on September 10, 2026
Seed corn harvest continues and potato storage harvest will start this week, temperatures permitting.
Precision agriculture: Collecting and cataloging yield data

Published on September 3, 2026
Harvest season is quickly approaching for row crops like corn, soybean, sugarbeets and dry beans. The MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast on September 10 will discuss precision agriculture and collecting accurate yield data.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 3, 2026

Published on September 3, 2026
Watch for red crown rot in soybeans and ear molds in corn. Seed corn harvest started.