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2019 Spring Farm Sprouts - Week #6 Tuesday AM
Published on May 29, 2019
2019 Spring Farm Sprouts - Week #6 Tuesday AM -
Thin soybean stands can produce surprisingly high yields
Published on May 29, 2019
Consider this information when making soybean replant decisions. -
Exploring northern hardwoods
Published on May 29, 2019
“Northern Hardwoods” are forests dominated by tree species such as sugar maple, red maple, basswood, hemlock, and yellow birch. This forest type is the most common in Michigan and, arguably, the most valuable in many ways. -
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – May 29, 2019
Published on May 29, 2019
Not much change from last week, or the last few weeks. -
Greenhouse lighting: Are LEDs right for you?
Published on May 29, 2019
Horticultural lighting workshop on June 26 features national lighting experts from MSU. -
East Michigan vegetable update – May 29, 2019
Published on May 29, 2019
Some fields are drowning worms, but nobody is fishing but crayfish. -
West central Michigan vegetable update – May 29, 2019
Published on May 29, 2019
Asparagus harvest is heading into week two with sporadic but big pickings. Overall field work has continued but the abnormally cool, wet weather is impacting everybody. -
Central Michigan vegetable update – May 29, 2019
Published on May 29, 2019
Planting progress continues to be slow with frequent rain showers and cool weather. -
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – May 29, 2019
Published on May 29, 2019
Over 50% of May’s days have had measurable precipitation, and the wet, cool weather is impacting all crops. -
Join us for a Michigan Enchilada Sauce Taste Trial on June 15
Published on May 29, 2019
Taste trials in Saginaw could economically impact local, state and Midwest growers. -
Understanding culture and family history: Immigration
Published on May 29, 2019
How did your family come to this country? How is it the same or different for immigrants today? -
Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Legume Systems Research Announces Request for Concept Notes: Area of Inquiry 2
Published on May 28, 2019
The Legume Systems Innovation Lab is seeking cutting-edge legume systems research proposals. -
Risk – What is risk?
Published on May 28, 2019
In this post, we'll explore the differences between hazard, exposure, and risk so you can make better, informed decisions around ingredient safety. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 28, 2019
Published on May 28, 2019
Apples are approaching the end of bloom. Tart cherries are at petal fall, peaches and sweet cherries are in the shuck. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – May 28, 2019
Published on May 28, 2019
Blueberries are in full bloom, but persistent low temperatures and damp conditions are challenging pollination activities. Supplemental bumble bee pollination is the best response to these conditions. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 28, 2019
Published on May 28, 2019
We gained growing degree days in warmer conditions over the weekend, but averages are still well behind normal. Tart cherry bloom is underway and apple blossoms are opening. -
The adventures of science -- an introduction
Published on May 28, 2019
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USDA offers cost share dollars for organic certification
Published on May 28, 2019
Producers and handlers are eligible for 75% of organic certification cost -
Tart cherry fruit removal and diversion credits impacts on crop insurance
Published on May 28, 2019
Helping growers to make informed decisions about the implications of fruit removal and diversion credits on crop insurance. -
MSU Cover Crop Team Webinar Series: Planting green – Cereal rye and soybean
Published on May 28, 2019
The third webinar in this series highlights research at MSU on interseeding soybean into standing cereal rye cover crops.