By Jenna Falor
Welcome to the ninth edition of this season’s Wheat Watchers! This report is only possible because of our agribusinesses and farmers who participate as wheat watchers. If you are interested in being a wheat watcher, especially if you see your area isn’t represented, please reach out to MSU Extension field crops educator Jenna Falor at falorjen@msu.edu.
Overall, this week reporters are seeing wheat ranging from Feekes 10 in the northernmost region to Feekes 11.0 (soft dough) to 11.4 (ready for harvest) in the southwest part of the state.
Southwest Michigan
We had one wheat watcher reporting from the southwest region in Barry County near Hickory Corners. Wheat has reached Feekes 11.3–11.4. Many folks are preparing for harvest if not already started.
Southeast Michigan
We had one wheat watcher reporting from the southeast region in Jackson County near Jackson. Wheat is at Feekes 11.3 with harvest likely to begin next week. There is some sooty mold, though nothing severe, and limited reports of head scab.
Source : msu.edu