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Precision agriculture: Making sense of remotely sensed imagery

Published on October 7, 2026
Remote sensing is a precision agriculture tool that provides a bird’s-eye view of crop conditions across our fields. Interpreting imagery is not always straightforward because crop growth is influenced by weather, soils and management practices.
Four NCR-SARE grant opportunities to fund farmers, educators and researchers are open for applications

Published on October 5, 2026
Apply by December 3 for Farmer Rancher, Youth Educator, Partnership and Research and Education grants.
Sugarbeet root aphids plentiful in Michigan fields

Published on October 5, 2026
Sugarbeet root aphid populations are increasing across Michigan. Industry and producers are asking why and what should we do?
Earn RUP and CCA credits through 2026-2027 MSU Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA Credit Clinic

Published on October 5, 2026
The series includes 10 webinars covering pesticide safety and application topics. Pesticide and education credits are available for participants in Michigan and participating New England states. Registration is now open.
Understanding the water use needs of Michigan growers

Published on October 1, 2026
A statewide agricultural water use needs assessment provides insight into irrigation practices, water management challenges and the resources needed to make informed water-use decisions.
Michigan State University Extension offers Produce Safety Alliance Grower Trainings across Michigan and online

Published on September 30, 2026
These trainings will help farms understand and comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule while strengthening on-farm food safety practices.
The Michigan Forever Green Field Crops farmer group is growing

Published on September 23, 2026
Overwintering crops and cover crops are one of the most significant drivers of increased soil health. This new grower group aims to make that work with peer learning and agronomy experts.
Quick response critical to reducing impacts of manure spills

Published on September 22, 2026
Manure spills can happen despite the best prevention efforts. Understanding response procedures and reporting requirements can help safeguard water quality and reduce liability.
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.
When a cover crop becomes a cash crop: Lessons from a cereal rye seed production field

Published on September 15, 2026
A West Michigan grain farmer’s goal of growing cereal rye for grain seed leads to some important lessons on cover crop usage in Michigan.