News
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Alternative nitrogen sources
Published on December 23, 2013
Remember to take nitrogen credits when you use other nitrogen sources. -
Switchgrass drying time shorter than traditional forages
Published on December 4, 2013
Perennial grass dries quickly after cutting, ready to bale in a day. -
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. -
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. -
Integrated pest management webinars now available on demand
Published on November 1, 2013
MSU Extension is now offering Integrated Pest Management Academy Online, a series of online prerecorded webinars. Commercial and private core pesticide recertification credits are available for Michigan applicators. -
Field drydown of late planted corn in northern Michigan
Published on November 1, 2013
Identifying black layer and the milk lines in kernel development -
Naturally grown hay production: The pros and cons
Published on October 28, 2013
Be sure the market is there before you dive into producing naturally grown hay. -
Michigan hay prices trend lower in 2013 compared to 2012
Published on October 4, 2013
Good, high quality dairy hay is still a premium product. -
East central Michigan field crops regional report – September 5, 2013
Published on September 5, 2013
Crop conditions continue to be variable throughout the region. Early planted crops are nearing maturity. Late planted crops have a long way to go. -
Proper bunker silo management is key for high quality forage
Published on September 3, 2013
As corn silage harvest approaches, producers should remember some principles that can be used to help optimize silage quality for their operation.