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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.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on July 6, 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 – 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.
Insect friend or foe? Brown insect with triangular head and tent-like wings

Published on June 25, 2026
Several brown lacewings have been spotted this year already. Are they agricultural friends, foes or something in-between?
Southwest Michigan field crops update – June 25, 2026

Published on June 25, 2026
Rainfall and cool temperatures slowed down fieldwork and plant development.