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Chemical Weed Killer
Published on May 20, 2024
Chemical weed killers often raise concerns among gardeners and homeowners. In this post, we provide a general overview of chemical weed killers. -
I.T. News for May 20 2024
Published on May 20, 2024
I.T. News for May 20 2024 -
Family Farms Conference workshop recordings highlight sustainable agriculture
Published on May 17, 2024
Videos include farmer SARE grant projects, farmer wellness, farm to school, agritourism, small-scale livestock and more. -
2024 MSU Weed Tour is June 26
Published on May 17, 2024
Come join Michigan State University to view the latest in corn and soybean weed control research. -
Strengthen your 4-H club
Published on May 16, 2024
Strengthen your 4-H club by using the experiential learning model and engagement with 4-H members. -
Recognizing the value of volunteers
Published on May 16, 2024
Benefits of volunteering for the volunteer and the organization. -
Wheat watchers week of May 13, 2024
Published on May 16, 2024
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week. -
Positive youth development leads to success in the 4-H horse and pony project
Published on May 16, 2024
Positive youth development is used to help develop many life skills and build a great set of strengths within youth. -
Everything you need to know about seedcorn maggot
Published on May 16, 2024
Seedcorn maggot integrated pest management considerations. -
A look at agriculture in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Published on May 16, 2024
A check-in with the Michigan field office of the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service shows a small, but important farming sector across the region. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 16, 2024
Published on May 16, 2024
Storm cleanup and pivot repairs continue from last week. Frequent precipitation slows field work. Wheat hits Feekes 10.5. -
Weevils are popping in alfalfa fields
Published on May 16, 2024
Consider these integrated pest management steps for controlling alfalfa weevil. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with dry bean production in Michigan
Published on May 15, 2024
The May 23 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast will feature Scott Bales, MSU dry bean specialist, discussing dry bean production in Michigan. -
FDA Declares Tara Flour an Unapproved Additive in Human Food
Published on May 15, 2024
Links to resources that explain why tara has been determined as unapproved for human food by the FDA. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – May 15, 2024
Published on May 15, 2024
Planting continues despite regular rains. Growers are taking preventative action for pest management. -
Pest management in frost-damaged vineyards
Published on May 15, 2024
Scouting and adjusted approaches for variable crop damage. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 14, 2024
Published on May 14, 2024
Spring is in full swing. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 14, 2024
Published on May 14, 2024
Apples are in full bloom and fire blight EIPs are low with the cooler weather. Sweet cherries are coming out of the shuck and tart cherries are at late petal fall. -
Christmas tree farm report – May 13, 2024
Published on May 14, 2024
Above-average temperatures continue to hasten tree and pest development. -
Purple deadnettle and henbit: Two common garden spring weeds
Published on May 14, 2024
Learn to identify and manage two commonly confused members of the mint family.