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Online farm stress training is free and open to the public
Published on July 28, 2022
Online course to better equip farmers, their families, and the agricultural community with tools and resources to help in stressful times -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 28, 2022
Published on July 28, 2022
A short reprieve from the hot weather will end over the weekend, but dry conditions are likely to persist into the first half of August, potentially impacting corn pollination in late-planted fields and seed fill in earlier-maturing corn and soybean. -
West central Michigan small fruit update - July 28, 2022
Published on July 28, 2022
Blueberry harvest is in full swing under intense heat. Following OSHA and GAPs recommendations helps to prevent heat related illnesses among farmworkers. -
Mycotoxins in Michigan silage corn: Status and lessons learned
Published on July 28, 2022
Silage corn remains unidentified for mycotoxin issues. A three-year MSU project identified occurrence of mycotoxins in silage corn along with contributing factors and strategies to minimize these issues. -
Michigan grape scouting report – July 27, 2022
Published on July 27, 2022
Hedging at the right time can maintain your canopy young and active at the end of the growing season. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – July 26, 2022
Published on July 27, 2022
The weekend brought heavy rains across the region, and tart cherry harvest is wrapping up. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – July 26, 2022
Published on July 26, 2022
Rainfall last weekend and cooler conditions this week gave growers a much-needed break. Expect a return to hot, dry weather beginning this weekend. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 26, 2022
Published on July 26, 2022
The past week’s storms have been easier on growers than expected. Very little crop impact is being reported. -
Beef calf weaning management to prepare your calves for future success
Published on July 26, 2022
Weaning is a stressful time for calves. Staging preconditioning practices can reduce stress and allow for more successful post-weaning growth. -
MCA-MSU Bull Evaluation Program soft reset
Published on July 25, 2022
The program is undergoing principal changes including a new manager and state-of-the-art facility construction.