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Northeast Michigan field crops regional report – July 25, 2013
Published on July 25, 2013
Several crops are entering the reproductive stages of development, which are critical for yield. -
West central Michigan field crops regional report – July 25, 2013
Published on July 25, 2013
Lower high temperatures have relieved stress on many crops in the west central region. -
Managing fields after wheat harvest
Published on July 25, 2013
Wheat harvest opens the door for manure, cover crops and alternative forages. -
Northeast Michigan field crops regional report – July 11, 2013
Published on July 12, 2013
The first signs of moisture stress became apparent in northeast Michigan last week. -
West central Michigan field crops regional report – July 11, 2013
Published on July 11, 2013
Adequate moisture and warm temperatures has allowed for rapid crop development in the west central region. -
East central Michigan field crops regional report – July 11, 2013
Published on July 11, 2013
Crops are rapidly growing with ample moisture and heat. Overall crop conditions are good despite the challenging wet, spring weather. -
Balancing beef cow rations helps producers survive high feed costs
Published on July 11, 2013
Beef cow feed cost savings. -
Birdsfoot trefoil fills a forage need on many Michigan farms
Published on July 3, 2013
Though not as common or widely planted as alfalfa or red clover, birdsfoot trefoil has desirable characteristics in specific situations. -
Michigan hay markets beginning to show signs of price relief
Published on July 2, 2013
After record-setting prices in the winter of 2013, hay prices in Michigan are showing some signs of softening. -
East central Michigan field crops regional report – June 28, 2013
Published on June 28, 2013
A week of dry and warm weather has accelerated crop growth in the east central region and assisted farmers in finishing field tasks.