News
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Suspect corn rootworm in continuous corn? Rotate!
Published on April 22, 2014
Fields that have been continuous corn with repeated use of one Bt trait are at risk for developing corn rootworm resistance. -
Corn stover: When does removal make sense?
Published on April 17, 2014
Crop residue removal decisions should be field specific. -
Emergency response to manure spills – Are you prepared? Part 1
Published on April 10, 2014
With spring-like weather finally arriving in most parts of Michigan, livestock producers are looking to get in the field to spread manure before planting season arrives. -
What could an employee handbook do for your farm?
Published on April 10, 2014
Employers who look to employee handbooks as policy manuals meant to keep them out of trouble are missing other opportunities. -
An inside look at how meat and poultry plants clean everything
Published on April 10, 2014
An entire shift is dedicated each day to sanitation in meat and poultry plants. -
Excellent forage starts with planning, not the finished product: Variety selection
Published on April 1, 2014
Using the right variety pays big dividends for alfalfa growers. -
Cottage to Commercial: Ingredients for a successful food business
Published on March 28, 2014
Cottage to Commercial training will help you understand how to turn your food business idea into a commercial reality. -
Capital costs impact a farm’s bottom line
Published on March 26, 2014
Profits over the past couple of years have allowed farms to upgrade equipment and buildings, changing your bottom line and cost of production. -
Integrity in business
Published on March 26, 2014
Integrity should be a cornerstone value for your business as well as your life. Check yourself to make sure you are a person of integrity and then communicate that value to your employees. -
365 sunrises and 7 billion mouths to feed – Ag Day 2014
Published on March 20, 2014
National Ag Day takes place March 25, 2014.