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Saving soil with cover crops
Published on December 4, 2020
Podcast recording with a thumb-area farmer delves into how he uses cover crops to save soil and money. -
Educational opportunities for hop growers this winter
Published on December 4, 2020
Despite the cancellation of in-person programming, growers have some great “hopportunities” this winter. -
Virtual Ag-Citing Experience videos give youth a glimpse into where our food comes from
Published on December 2, 2020
Virtual Ag-Citing Experience videos will show people—young and old, in classrooms or home schools or well past school—how farmers raise animals and crops and give them a sneak peek into where our food comes from. -
Evaluating seedling wheat stands this fall
Published on November 30, 2020
Before snow blankets the fields, evaluating wheat fields may be helpful. -
Mobile-friendly guide for blueberry IPM scouting is now available
Published on November 30, 2020
This important blueberry pest identification management tool can be downloaded for free to view on smart phones and tablets. -
Cultivating sustainable leadership in agriculture, food, and natural resources education and beyond
Published on November 30, 2020
Dr. Aaron McKim shares about his research, teaching, and outreach in the Department of Community Sustainability. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – 2020 review
Published on November 24, 2020
Freezes in April and May damaged many crops. A dry summer kept disease pressure down in most fruits. Crop quality and volumes were generally good. -
Virtual Milk and Grain Marketing Meeting
Published on November 23, 2020
Join us virtually Dec. 8 to learn about strategies to optimize farm profitability. -
USDA grant provides an opportunity to improve agricultural water quality
Published on November 23, 2020
Grant will support the development of an online tool for farmers to improve water quality. -
How food purchasing changed in 2020 – Did we get it right?
Published on November 20, 2020
How did consumer food purchasing habits change in 2020 and what does it mean for the future?