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Utilizing warm season grasses as a vegetative buffer
Published on December 9, 2013
USDA-NRCS and MSU Extension demonstrate the functionality of tall warm season grasses as vegetative buffers when planted next to livestock facilities. -
How integrated pest management saved a hop farm from downy mildew
Published on December 5, 2013
Establishing an integrated pest management program with diligent scouting is crucial for any farm. -
Delayed crop harvest increases highway dangers
Published on November 27, 2013
The delayed harvest of grain crops in Michigan this year has put farm equipment operators and motorists at risk as they attempt to share the roadways in the month with the shortest daylight period of the year. -
Nine things that should be in a cropland lease
Published on November 27, 2013
Knowing what should be included in cropland leases will help both lessee and lessor. -
Thanksgiving on the farm
Published on November 27, 2013
Farming is not done alone. Thanksgiving is an opportunity and a reminder to say thanks to those who have helped you throughout the year. -
Bale grazing popularity continues to grow
Published on November 27, 2013
The bale grazing concept of devising ways to feed and care for livestock with less labor input continues to grow in popularity and expand in creativity. -
Moving employees from information to innovation
Published on November 27, 2013
Employers can improve an employee’s ability to move from information to innovation by making sure to exercise this critical step. -
Assessing the risks associated with water quality on food safety
Published on November 25, 2013
The quality of the water used in production and the systems used to convey it are determining factors to providing safe, wholesome produce. Assessing and evaluating risks posed to the water system are good ways to help ensure water quality. -
Crafting a Water System Risk Assessment for a GAP Manual
Published on November 25, 2013
Water conveyance systems for food safety purposes must be assessed regularly and the same way every time. Creating a standard operating procedure that explains how the assessment will be performed is a good method of standardization. -
Still time to soil test hay fields
Published on November 15, 2013
Soil testing can be done any time of the year and economic markets indicate that hay fields should be tested sooner rather than later.