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2019 Great Lakes Forage & Grazing Conference to focus on mixing forages for sustainability
Published on February 13, 2019
The March 5 conference will feature keynote speaker Ray Smith, University of Kentucky, and sessions on new and innovative ideas and solutions to challenges in forages and grazing crops. -
Considerations to make as you prepare to purchase livestock
Published on February 13, 2019
Purchasing new livestock, whether simply adding to your herd or acquiring a new 4-H requires some pre-purchase considerations to evaluate animal health and to make sure your facilities are ready. -
Overview of plant growth regulators for greenhouse production
Published on February 13, 2019
Plant growth regulators (PGRs) applied to greenhouse crops can suppress or promote growth, increase branching, or promote or delay flowering. Here is an overview of each PGR active ingredient and their attributes. -
George Washington Carver’s contributions to agriculture in the U.S.
Published on February 13, 2019
George Washington Carver, known as the “Peanut Man,” was a world-class educator and famous botanist. -
2018 Upper Peninsula pea and small grain variety trial
Published on February 13, 2019
Our goal was to evaluate species mixtures and varietal performance of pea, oat and triticale on yield and nutrient content. -
Water system food safety inspections
Published on February 11, 2019
There are several concerns regarding a water system inspection from a food safety perspective and compliance to the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule. -
Impact on the value of manure, as a fertilizer, when applied to snow
Published on February 10, 2019
Nitrogen loss from manure applied to snow cover fields. -
Keeping herbicides out of groundwater and surface water
Published on February 8, 2019
These six field practices can protect water quality from herbicide applications. -
Navigating a challenging farm economy
Published on February 8, 2019
A meeting on March 11, 2019 in Cass County will focus on helping farmers identify farm management tools that can help them weather the current economic downturn in agriculture. -
Hop scouting pocket guide now available in Spanish
Published on February 8, 2019
This guide can help Spanish-speakers optimize hop scouting in the field.