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Increasing energy efficiency in the greenhouse
Published on September 2, 2014
High efficiency heaters and energy curtains could reduce energy usage and increase the environmentally friendliness of your business. -
Technology makes sidedressing crops with manure easier
Published on September 2, 2014
Manure application equipment setup to sidedress standing crops allowed these farmers to plant crops then spread manure. -
How long do I keep all this food safety paperwork?
Published on August 27, 2014
With the amount of produce food safety paperwork generated by growers, it is easy to forget how long to keep something. Growers should know the standard minimum length to keep food safety records based on the Food Safety Modernization Act. -
Nutrient management update and plot tour to feature cutting edge research
Published on August 27, 2014
The MSU Nutrient Management Plot Tour on Sept. 10 will highlight applied agronomic research designed to address issues facing the Michigan field crops industry, including price volatility, climate change, soil health and environmental sustainability. -
Michigan State University Product Center assists Farmers on the Move Cooperative, Inc.
Published on August 27, 2014
Southwest Michigan Hispanic Grower Cooperation improving profitability through farmer educational knowledge -
Storing manure on small farms – deciding on a storage option
Published on August 25, 2014
The capability to store manure reduces, or eliminates, the need to spread manure on a daily basis. Manure storage facilities allow small farms to store the manure until it can be removed and utilized at a later time. -
Sugarbeet production technology: What has changed?
Published on August 21, 2014
Improvements in sugarbeet production include improved genetics, fine-tuned fertilizer applications, reduced tillage and disease management. -
Proper manure management is important for everyone, including small-scale livestock or horse farms
Published on August 19, 2014
Using best management practices can help protect the environment. These practices can also improve the health and well-being of your animals and increase your farm’s profit. -
Michigan irrigation costs and supplies enhance farm sustainability
Published on August 15, 2014
Irrigation water costs and availability in Michigan are considerably different than California in 2014. -
Commodity market update for grains and dairy
Published on August 13, 2014
An online Commodity Market Update for grains and dairy will be available to the public Monday, Aug. 25 from 10 a.m. - noon.