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Pesticide applicator core review, MDARD testing and RUP credits offered April 16 in Frankenmuth

Published on March 27, 2026
Participants will review the core manual and take the core pesticide applicator test. Private and commercial core, fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available. If space is available, participants can register and receive four core RUP credits.
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.
Michigan soybean on-farm research trials for 2026

Published on March 25, 2026
Several different trials are being conducted on farms across the state to address issues soybean farmers ranked as important to their farms.
Should you prioritize planting soybean or corn?

Published on March 24, 2026
Prioritize soybean over corn under early planting dates when field conditions might not be ideal.
Thinking about managing risk when planting soybeans early?

Published on March 23, 2026
Research provides several recommendations to maximize yield potential and minimize risk when planting soybeans early.
Long-term cover cropping can clear the way for earlier corn planting

Published on March 23, 2026
Remote sensing data reveals connection between long-term cover crop use and timely planting in Michigan.
Elevate your market prices with Grain Gains

Published on March 16, 2026
Grain Gains: An Introduction to Grain Marketing is a new online course from MSU Extension.
Making spring input purchases in times of volatile markets

Published on March 9, 2026
Navigating market opportunities relies on understanding market conditions and maximizing available cash.
MSU releases Margin Goal Worksheet for Grain Marketing

Published on March 5, 2026
The Margin Goal Worksheet helps to identify a crop’s profit margins and margin goals.
Understanding the corn-soybean ratio and its uses

Published on March 5, 2026
How the corn-soybean ratio can influence your planting intentions.