News
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Forage and weed species identification crucial for stressed fields
Published on January 23, 2013
Plant identification skills are critical for assessing stressed hayfields and pastures. -
Pesticide resistance management requires an integrated approach
Published on January 17, 2013
Equip yourself to face the challenge of pesticide resistance by attending the 2013 Integrated Pest Management Academy, Feb 19-20. -
Hay supplies tighter than earlier reports due to 2012 summer drought
Published on January 16, 2013
Latest USDA reports show ending hay stocks are significantly lower in Michigan. -
Forage cost of production regional workshops
Published on January 10, 2013
Knowing the cost of production for cropping systems can help the producer’s bottom line. Find out how at the Forage Cost of Production Workshop offered Jan. 29, Jan. 31 and Feb. 1. -
Brush up field scouting skills during the winter months
Published on January 7, 2013
You may think it’s a little early to start thinking about scouting field crops, but preparation is key in a successful scouting program. Learn this and more at the 2013 IPM Academy on Feb. 19-20. -
What does it mean to be a leader on your farm?
Published on December 14, 2012
Employees are an important and valuable resource on the farm and your leadership has an impact on their performance and their longevity on the farm. -
Legume-grass mixture for dairy and beef in the central Upper Peninsula region
Published on December 14, 2012
A recent study worked to determine a better performing legume-grass mixture for dairy and beef in the central U.P. -
Get more from your integrated pest management by attending our 2013 Academy
Published on December 11, 2012
Join us at the 2013 IPM Academy for discussions about how to practice IPM to get a better harvest in a world of shifting weather. -
Cost of renovating hay or pasture fields in northern Michigan
Published on November 9, 2012
Figure out costs and risks before working up old hay fields or pastures. -
Beef cattle farmers – Save a horse by feeding cornstalk bales to cattle
Published on October 29, 2012
Beef farms with ample hay supplies can profit from feeding cornstalks and selling some hay to horse owners desperately in need.