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Incorporating cover crops into corn systems
Published on January 17, 2013
Cover crops can be successfully incorporated into various corn rotation systems. The Michigan State University Extension cover crop program has researched cultivars, timing and economics for seeding cover crops in corn. -
Brush up field scouting skills during the winter months
Published on January 7, 2013
You may think it’s a little early to start thinking about scouting field crops, but preparation is key in a successful scouting program. Learn this and more at the 2013 IPM Academy on Feb. 19-20. -
Michigan’s Thumb area educators study corn populations with differing ear types
Published on December 21, 2012
Thumb Ag Research and Education determined that under 2012 conditions, there was not a difference in yield between corn ear types, regardless of population. -
End of season cornstalk nitrate N survey in 2012
Published on December 19, 2012
The average end of season cornstalk nitrate nest on 10 Michigan corn fields in 2012 was 2,472 ppm. Results for this simple and inexpensive diagnostic test for nitrogen management may have to be interpreted with some caution in abnormally dry years. -
What does it mean to be a leader on your farm?
Published on December 14, 2012
Employees are an important and valuable resource on the farm and your leadership has an impact on their performance and their longevity on the farm. -
Get more from your integrated pest management by attending our 2013 Academy
Published on December 11, 2012
Join us at the 2013 IPM Academy for discussions about how to practice IPM to get a better harvest in a world of shifting weather. -
Review your field notes when purchasing soybean and corn seed
Published on November 9, 2012
Review variety trials, field scouting notes, company disease and soybean cyst nematode-resistance ratings before purchasing corn and soybean seed. -
Beef cattle farmers – Save a horse by feeding cornstalk bales to cattle
Published on October 29, 2012
Beef farms with ample hay supplies can profit from feeding cornstalks and selling some hay to horse owners desperately in need. -
Feeding corn stalks on dairy farms: Dry cows and bred heifers
Published on October 23, 2012
Dry dairy cows and heifers can be fed corn stalks as a cost effective forage source. Corn stalks are cost effective forage that can be used sparingly in lactation rations. Use caution not to overfeed resulting in reduced intake and reduced milk production. -
Feeding corn stalks on dairy farms: Lactating cows
Published on October 23, 2012
Corn stalks are cost effective forage that can be used sparingly in lactation rations. Use caution not to overfeed resulting in reduced intake and reduced milk production.