By Nicolle Ritchie
As tasseling approaches, it’s time to evaluate plans for corn pest management. Join the Michigan State University Extension 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on July 16 as Chris DiFonzo, PhD of Michigan State University provides updates for managing western bean cutworm and other mid- to late-season insect pests. Pests such as western bean cutworm and European corn borer can reduce crop yield and quality, which results in a direct hit to farm profitability. Virtual Breakfast attendees will learn tips and tricks for finding, identifying and responding to insect populations this summer.
Immediately following DiFonzo's presentation, MSU Extension Agricultural Climatologist Jeff Andresen will give a weekly weather report followed by a Q&A session with MSU Extension specialists and educators.
The Michigan State University (MSU) Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series sessions are held every week during the growing season via Zoom video or phone conference. These virtual meetings take place every Thursday morning from 7–8 a.m. March through September. The Virtual Breakfast Series is flexible, fluid and able to adapt when issues arise due to unforeseen growing conditions. There will be an open 20-minute Q&A session following the presentations with MSU specialists and educators. Participants are encouraged to log into the Zoom meeting 5 minutes prior to the start time for a tech check and to receive announcements.
Restricted use pesticide (RUP) credits and certified crop adviser (CCA) continuing education units are available for participants who attend the live session.
Participating is easy and free! You can join the live meeting via Zoom using a computer, tablet, mobile device or regular phone line. If you are new to Zoom, simply download the Zoom app and you will be ready to join online every week to see visuals shared by presenters. A call-in by phone option is also available but you will only hear the audio portion.
Source : msu.edu