By Andi Anderson
Michigan State University Extension is once again hosting its Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series, running every Thursday from March 27 through September 18, 2025, from 7 to 8 a.m. via Zoom.
These weekly webinars are designed for farmers, certified crop advisors (CCAs), and pesticide applicators. Each session includes expert-led crop updates, weather forecasts, and an interactive Q&A session. Topics are flexible and may change based on real-time crop challenges like flooding, drought, or disease outbreaks.
Schedule Format:
- 7:00–7:15 a.m.: Topic presentation by MSU Extension experts
- 7:15–7:30 a.m.: Weather update by Jeff Andresen
- 7:35 a.m.: CEU and RUP credit info
- 7:37–8:00 a.m.: Live Q&A with specialists
Continuing education benefits include:
- 1 CEU per session for CCAs
- 1 RUP credit per week (when applicable) for Michigan pesticide applicators
Session highlights include:
- April 10 – Corn and Soybean Planting with Dr. Manni Singh
- March 27 – Weed Control with Dr. Christy Sprague
- April 3 – Planter Set-up with Jason Koning
- July 17 – White Mold and Tar Spot with Dr. Marty Chilvers
- September 4 – Using Yield Data with Rich Price
All sessions are free, and recordings will be posted online afterward, though only live attendees receive credit. Closed-captioned recordings will be available on the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast webpage and MSU social platforms including Facebook, YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.
If you cannot register online, call the Montcalm County MSU Extension office at 989-831-7500 for assistance. This series is a valuable resource for staying updated and earning credits while supporting better farming decisions.
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