News
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Harvest index: A predictor of corn stover yield
Published on January 28, 2013
Increased interest in harvesting corn stover for livestock feed or bioenergy has some farmers wondering how much stover is out there. -
Alternative Minimum Tax impacted by new law
Published on January 25, 2013
The recent passage of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 by the federal government made Alternative Minimum Tax exemption amounts permanent. -
A Michigan’s Upper Peninsula farmer uses buckwheat to improve low fertility clay soils
Published on January 25, 2013
An old idea re-emerges from a western Upper Peninsula red clay farm. -
December 2012 Landowner Oil and Gas Newsletter available
Published on January 23, 2013
The most recent issue (Dec. 2012) of the landowner Oil and Gas newsletter is now available online through Michigan State University Extension. -
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. -
Horses require extra attention during winter’s coldest temperatures
Published on January 22, 2013
As the temperatures decrease, a horse’s feed requirements increase. Consider taking the following measures to ensure the safety and health of your horse. -
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. -
Precision ag technology continues to thrive
Published on January 7, 2013
Growing Michigan Agriculture Conference features leading precision ag expert. -
Managing for the unknown: Markets and weather
Published on January 4, 2013
Ample precipitation and commodity price are two of the primary factors that impact the producer’s bottom line. In the 2012 growing season, we experienced a great deal of variability in both.