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Soybean response to starter fertilizer containing sulfur
Published on December 30, 2013
An on-farm research trial compared the effects of Access starter fertilizer containing 17 percent sulfur on soybean yield. The results showed that predicting a yield response to sulfur is difficult even on coarse-textured soils with low organic matter. -
Dependable information for beginning farmers – where can it be found?
Published on December 30, 2013
Research-based information sources are a good place to start. -
2013 Soybean on-farm research report is now available
Published on December 30, 2013
Soybean producers and agribusiness representatives can download the results from 14 different on-farm research projects conducted by the SMaRT program in 2013. -
Farm land rental rates need adjustment in Michigan’s Thumb
Published on December 27, 2013
Some land rental rates must be adjusted for farm operators in the Michigan’s Thumb. -
Characteristics to consider when selecting soybean cyst nematode-resistant varieties
Published on December 18, 2013
Understand the characteristics that affect soybean cyst nematode variety performance. -
Sources of information for selecting soybean cyst nematode-resistant varieties
Published on December 18, 2013
Available sources of information that will help you improve soybean cyst nematode-resistant variety performance on your farm in 2014. -
Fertilizer practices in the fall
Published on November 19, 2013
Fall is a good time to apply phosphorus, potassium and lime. Based on soil test recommendations, farmers should take advantage of the declining fertilizer prices to replenish nutrients being depleted by continuous cropping. -
Integrated pest management webinars now available on demand
Published on November 1, 2013
MSU Extension is now offering Integrated Pest Management Academy Online, a series of online prerecorded webinars. Commercial and private core pesticide recertification credits are available for Michigan applicators. -
Soil sampling in the fall is a good time to analyze for soybean cyst nematodes
Published on October 9, 2013
Michigan Soybean Checkoff will fund the cost of soybean cyst nematode sample submission this fall. -
Soybean varieties respond to white mold pressure
Published on September 25, 2013
Wet, cool late summer conditions induce a white mold variety trial in Sanilac County.