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Late season nitrogen applications for forage grasses are not recommended
Published on September 24, 2012
Benefits of a late season application for forage grasses in Michigan are outweighed by environmental risks. -
National Farm Safety and Health Week is Sept. 16-22
Published on September 21, 2012
Heading into harvest is a great time for reminders on farm safety and potential hazards around the farm. -
Advances in wheelchair technology can make getting around the farm easier
Published on September 21, 2012
With as dry as the summer was, most farmers who use wheelchairs haven’t worried about mud or getting stuck. However, in years with more normal precipitation, getting around the farm can be difficult. -
Challenges to feeding the seven billion and beyond – Part 1: Food production strategies
Published on September 18, 2012
This is the first in a series of articles to review some of the current information gathered by scientists and stimulate an unbiased discussion on food security and environmental stewardship among all segments of the society. -
Harvest strategies for future bioenergy switchgrass crops
Published on September 13, 2012
Michigan farmers should consider switchgrass production as a potential economic and sustainable option for their future. -
Keys to successful establishment of grass-legume conventional seedings: Part II
Published on September 10, 2012
Careful seeding practices and close monitoring of the new seeding improves chances for success. -
Champion of cover crops: Oats
Published on September 7, 2012
Consider oats to fulfill your cover crop needs. -
Include ammonium tests when taking manure samples
Published on September 7, 2012
Pull new manure samples as you empty storage facilities and make sure to ask for the ammonium-N too. -
Fruit Farm financial summary tool to prep for disaster loans
Published on September 4, 2012
Farm financial business summary and analysis forms are now available for farms to download. -
Should I remove corn stover this fall?
Published on August 28, 2012
Removing corn stover has become a common question from producers looking for ways to manage corn residue. Join us for a field day October 4 that will focus on corn residue management.