By Andi Anderson
The MSU Extension Field Crops Team is hosting a new Field Crops Webinar Series for 2026, designed to support farmers, crop advisers, and agricultural professionals as they prepare for the upcoming growing season. The series includes eight educational webinars focused on practical row crop management topics.
The theme for this year is “Two for the Price of One – Conversations in Row Crop Agriculture.” Each session features two presenters who share research based information and real world experience. Participants also have time to ask questions during the live events. All webinars will be recorded and archived for later viewing.
The cost to attend is $20 for the full series or $5 per individual webinar. One Michigan pesticide recertification credit is available for most live sessions, either Core or Field Crops. Two sessions do not offer RUP credits. Each live webinar also provides one continuing education unit for Certified Crop Advisers.
The series begins on February 2 with a session on managing crops under changing climate conditions. Topics later in February include planter set up, interseeding cover crops, and insect control with a focus on insecticide modes of action. These sessions help growers understand how weather, equipment, and pest pressure affect crop performance.
On March 2, the webinar focuses on hay production and weed control. Presenters discuss hay management from planting through harvest, along with herbicide decisions for managing weeds. Additional March topics include weed control strategies, no till corn management, and the use of drones in crop production.
The final session explores drone basics, spray coverage, and practical uses in agriculture. Speakers explain how drones can support pesticide application, scouting, and farm decision making.
This webinar series provides timely education for producers managing corn, soybeans, hay, and other row crops. By covering climate, technology, pests, weeds, and production systems, the MSU Extension Field Crops Webinar Series supports informed decisions and stronger crop management across Michigan and beyond.
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