Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences Weeds

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  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?

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 10, 2026

  Published on September 10, 2026
  Seed corn harvest continues and potato storage harvest will start this week, temperatures permitting.

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Upcoming Weed Events

• Dec 17

  2026 Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update for Agribusiness

  December 17, 2026 8:30AM – 4:00PM MSUFCU Headquarters 2 Community Room, 3899 Coolidge Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823

  Join us to learn about the latest research on crop and pest management. 5 RUP (1A, Private Core) and 5.5 CCA (0.5 NM, 0.5 SW, 3.5 PM, 1 CM) credits available.