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Late season nitrogen applications for forage grasses are not recommended
Published on September 24, 2012
Benefits of a late season application for forage grasses in Michigan are outweighed by environmental risks. -
National Farm Safety and Health Week is Sept. 16-22
Published on September 21, 2012
Heading into harvest is a great time for reminders on farm safety and potential hazards around the farm. -
Advances in wheelchair technology can make getting around the farm easier
Published on September 21, 2012
With as dry as the summer was, most farmers who use wheelchairs haven’t worried about mud or getting stuck. However, in years with more normal precipitation, getting around the farm can be difficult. -
Challenges to feeding the seven billion and beyond – Part 1: Food production strategies
Published on September 18, 2012
This is the first in a series of articles to review some of the current information gathered by scientists and stimulate an unbiased discussion on food security and environmental stewardship among all segments of the society. -
Harvest strategies for future bioenergy switchgrass crops
Published on September 13, 2012
Michigan farmers should consider switchgrass production as a potential economic and sustainable option for their future. -
Fall management tips for drought-stressed hay fields
Published on September 13, 2012
We can’t control Mother Nature, but can manage the drought-stressed hay fields and pastures to minimize further damage for the coming years. -
Youth gain life skills from judging dairy cattle
Published on September 12, 2012
This time of year, Michigan 4-H’ers and college students involved in dairy cattle judging are busy getting ready for fall competitions – but what do these young adults really get out of these experiences? -
Milk culturing class scheduled
Published on September 12, 2012
Learn more about the bacteria that cause mastitis and how to identify them through on-farm milk culture in this workshop at MSU on October 27. -
Pricing corn silage
Published on September 11, 2012
It is difficult to determine a fair price for corn silage. -
Keys to successful establishment of grass-legume conventional seedings: Part II
Published on September 10, 2012
Careful seeding practices and close monitoring of the new seeding improves chances for success.