News
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Wise management of fertilizer saves money and the environment
Published on April 12, 2011
Maximize your fertilizer investment and protect Michigan’s waters by only applying what you need. -
Landowners cautioned about mail offers to lease mineral rights
Published on April 8, 2011
If you own land, to watch out for too-good-to-be-true offers encouraging you to lease your oil, gas and other mineral rights. -
Native plants for Michigan landscapes: Part 1 – Trees
Published on April 5, 2011
Native plants are a great addition to the landscape to provide a thrifty, no-nonsense landscape for years to come. -
Natural Shoreline Landscapes program coming to NW Michigan
Published on April 5, 2011
Two programs on natural shoreline landscaping to be held in Frankfort and Traverse City, Mich. -
Value cuts increase beef carcass value
Published on April 5, 2011
Beef value cuts from the chuck and round add value to beef carcasses and offer additional options for consumers. -
Relieving arthritis pain after a long day in the fields
Published on April 4, 2011
Farm work can spur arthritis, but you can manage the pain with this helpful advice. -
Home preparedness calls for three days of stored food
Published on April 1, 2011
Food availability for at least three days during an emergency is the April 2011 goal on website www.do1thing.us. -
Spring shape up: Tidying up your plants
Published on April 1, 2011
Pruning deciduous shrubs in late winter or early spring eliminates dead and diseased wood, improves plant shape and stimulates new growth. -
Salt damage on landscape plants
Published on March 31, 2011
Salt use in winter can lead to weakened and damaged plants come spring time. -
Create a longer growing season for your vegetable garden
Published on March 31, 2011
Season extending tools and techniques to try this year in the garden.