News
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When seconds count: Respectfully share the road during fall harvest
Published on October 3, 2017
Speed and reaction time are two major factors in safely navigating country roads during fall. -
Pea and oat trial in Upper Peninsula completed — Part 1: Yields
Published on September 28, 2017
A replicated trial of four oat and pea combinations showed no significant yield differences between oat varieties at early or late harvest. However, the average yields based on harvest date were significantly different. -
Fall means farm equipment on roads
Published on September 26, 2017
Tips for motorists and farmers sharing the road safely. -
Should I burn off my old, unharvested hay or chop it back onto the field?
Published on September 20, 2017
Some Michigan hay farmers need to decide how to clean up fields that went unharvested this year due to excessive rain. -
Why and how to report sightings of brown marmorated stink bugs in your home or business
Published on September 18, 2017
September 2017 update on why and how to report sightings of brown marmorated stink bugs to the Midwest Invasive Species Information Network. -
Three-year demonstration completed on hay fertility in Chippewa County
Published on September 13, 2017
On-farm demonstration looks at three-year impact of various hay fertilization programs in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. -
USDA Rural Development National Value-added Producer Grant opens
Published on September 6, 2017
Farmers are invited to apply for planning or operating funds through Jan. 31, 2018. -
Coccidiosis in goats and sheep
Published on August 23, 2017
Coccidiosis is a serious problem that commonly causes death in kids and lambs. Knowing the facts about coccidiosis can help producers develop a plan for prevention and/or treatment of the disease. -
New recorded programs available on MSU Extension Beginning Farmer website
Published on July 14, 2017
For those interested in new farm enterprises, these recorded presentations by MSU Extension educators and other experts offer a free, online opportunity to learn about the basics. -
Michigan releases new nutrient management tool
Published on July 10, 2017
The Michigan State University EnviroImpact Tool will help all Michigan livestock producers work to improve water quality.