News
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Be mindful of crop insurance requirements when harvesting or grazing cover crops
Published on February 23, 2014
With a little care, producers in need of extra forage can utilize the forage potential of cover crops without jeopardizing their crop insurance benefits. -
Sanilac County farm named MSU 2014 Dairy Farm of the Year
Published on February 19, 2014
Local farm receives credit for their accomplishments in dairy promotion. -
MDARD pesticide applicator recertification credits now available online
Published on February 14, 2014
Pesticide applicators in Michigan can now keep their certifications current with minimal investment in time and travel. -
Farmers enjoy educating consumers while they grocery shop
Published on February 14, 2014
For the past two years, Michigan State University Extension has teamed up with northeast Michigan dairy producers and local grocery stores to educate consumers about dairy production while they shop. -
Nitrogen use efficiency is the stewardship goal for this critical soil nutrient
Published on February 13, 2014
Nitrogen use efficiency is the stewardship goal for this critical soil nutrient. -
Palmer amaranth will cause challenges for forage producers
Published on February 13, 2014
Populations of Palmer amaranth in Michigan are resistant to glyphosate and ALS-inhibiting herbicides. -
Northeast Michigan Agriculture Outlook Program held March 4
Published on February 10, 2014
Sorting out global markets, U.S. ag policy, marketing opportunities and the 2014 Farm Bill this year and beyond. -
What was your 2013 Milk Cost of Production?
Published on February 9, 2014
Now is a good time for you to do a quick evaluation of your costs for making milk during the past year as you finish up your 2013 farm financial information. -
What’s your Missing Link?
Published on February 9, 2014
In business and in life we often look for silver bullets to solve our problems rather than missing links. -
A changing perspective in farm land rental rates
Published on February 7, 2014
For more than 20 years, farm land values have continued to move higher, mirroring the changes in commodity prices and interest rates. These double digit increases will need to slow.