News
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2023 potato trial harvests in Montcalm County
Published on October 24, 2023
Potato trial harvest by MSU’s Potato Outreach Program is an integral part of varietal development that strengthens Michigan’s potato industry. -
Speeding up soybean harvest operations
Published on October 19, 2023
The advantages and disadvantages of various options for increasing soybean harvest efficiency. -
Michigan pesticide applicator review sessions, recertifications credits, and testing options for winter 2023 through spring 2024
Published on October 19, 2023
Frequently asked questions about when and where pesticide applicators can earn education credits or take the certification exam. -
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 18, 2023
Published on October 18, 2023
The Grand Rapids area is moving towards the end of harvesting apples as only a few varieties are still on the trees. -
Windy winddown – post summer maintenance for your fans
Published on October 18, 2023
Performing preventative maintenance for your fans helps you stay on top of necessary repairs and cleaning to set yourself up for a breezy barn the next time a hot day comes around. -
West central Michigan apple maturity report – October 18, 2023
Published on October 18, 2023
Fall colors are vibrant and apple harvest continues. Growers are harvesting Idared, Mutsu, Fuji, and EverCrisp this week. -
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – October 17, 2023
Published on October 18, 2023
Southwest Michigan apple harvest focuses on Evercrisp, Rome and Braeburn apples. -
Farm Bill Programs offer limited support for 2022 production year
Published on October 16, 2023
USDA releases 2022 payment data and 2023 projections for PLC/ARC-CO. -
There’s hormones in beef? MSU Extension addresses common misconceptions
Published on October 13, 2023
Beef has a low concentration of hormones when compared to other common foods in our diet, including vegetables. Even with the use of hormones from ear implants, beef still has lower concentrations of hormones than many foods in our diet. -
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – October 11, 2023
Published on October 12, 2023
Growers are moving through apples as fast as they are able given the wet conditions over the past week. As most varieties are testing in the mature range, they are fair game for harvest.