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Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 20, 2026

Published on August 20, 2026
Seed corn approaches harvest. Potato growers met to discuss late blight identification and management in response to last week’s confirmation of late blight in St. Joseph County.
Soil Health Advancement for Agricultural Resilience Enhancement (SHARE) project aims to assess resilience of Michigan’s regenerative agriculture

Published on August 20, 2026
Learn more about regenerative agriculture and the ways it has emerged as a key solution to navigating climatic extremes.
Register for the Pesticide Core Review Training at GLEXPO 2026

Published on August 19, 2026
Registration is open for the Pesticide Core Review Training and MDARD RUP test, offered in English and Spanish, at the Great Lakes Expo on December 10. Participants can also earn RUP credits. Don’t miss this opportunity!
The Michigan Forever Green Field Crops farmer group is growing

Published on August 19, 2026
Farmers interested in or currently growing wheat or canola can find resources and support through a new grower network.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 13, 2026

Published on August 13, 2026
Seed and kernel fill are progressing in corn and soybeans. Late blight discovered in St. Joseph County.
Attend the Michigan Water Quality Management Forum and Field Showcase at the Kellogg Biological Station

Published on August 11, 2026
This free, half-day event on August 26 features presentations on topics related to water quality and conservation as well as hands-on field demonstrations and tours.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 6, 2026

Published on August 6, 2026
Most soybeans and corn are moving into seed fill stages.
MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast series continues August 13 with field crop nematode management strategies

Published on August 5, 2026
The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with MSU Extension field crop nematologist Marisol Quintanilla discussing management strategies for nematode species problematic in Michigan row crops.
Tips for roller crimping cereal rye

Published on August 3, 2026
Want to roller crimp next spring? Start planning now.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 30, 2026

Published on July 30, 2026
Soybeans are in pod or seed formation stages.