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The 2026 Montcalm County Potato Field Day will feature a balance of education, fun and industry camaraderie
Published on July 8, 2026
MSU Extension and Michigan Potato Industry Commission will host the potato field day on August 6 at the Montcalm Research Center. Two RUP credits are available. -
A midsummer night’s pest: Western bean cutworm
Published on July 8, 2026
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 16 will feature management considerations for western bean cutworm and other mid- to late-season insect pests. One RUP/CCA credit is available. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 2, 2026
Published on July 2, 2026
Soybeans have reached flowering, corn growth progressed significantly in this week’s high heat and humidity, and wheat nears in harvest.