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Corn silage refresher – Part 1: How to set your cutting date
Published on September 15, 2017
Establishing the time for harvest is vital to maximize the value of the corn silage, but how do you know when to cut? -
The Michigan Corn Stover Project — Part 1: Bale storage study
Published on September 15, 2017
Recommendations on properly storing corn stover bales if you’re considering harvesting stover. -
The Michigan Corn Stover Project — Part 3: Cattle feeding study
Published on September 15, 2017
The effects of feeding corn stover to cattle if you’re considering harvesting stover. -
The Michigan Corn Stover Project — Part 2: Cover crop integration
Published on September 15, 2017
The effects of integrating cover crops into corn production if you’re considering harvesting stover. -
Use of byproduct lime on agricultural soils
Published on September 8, 2017
Products such as water treatment and sugar beet lime can pose opportunities and challenges for growers. -
Check labels for pre-harvest intervals
Published on August 28, 2017
You cannot harvest a crop before a pre-harvest interval (PHI) expires. -
Understanding growing degree-days
Published on August 25, 2017
Growing degree-days, or heat units, help growers and researchers track the development of plants and pests. -
How to get Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification
Published on August 24, 2017
Review this guide for important requirements, helpful manuals and test information needed to qualify for Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification. -
Tips for conducting the end of season corn stalk nitrate test
Published on August 16, 2017
Correct sampling procedure is critical to getting accurate data from the corn stalk nitrate test. -
Growing degree-day accumulations around Michigan
Published on August 16, 2017
Use MSU Enviroweather to determine whether heat units where you are located are behind, ahead or even as compared to normal.