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Soil temperatures and planting timing – Part 3 of 3: Testing Enviroweather data
Published on April 19, 2019
The Enviroweather network of weather stations provides current and historical weather and soil data for nearly 100 sites within Michigan and northern Wisconsin—but how well do they represent conditions on your farm? -
Reducing costs and improving profits for wheat growers
Published on April 18, 2019
Follow these suggestions to reduce variable cash expenses for wheat production and add value to the enterprise or rotation. -
Precision soil sampling: Every farm needs it!
Published on April 18, 2019
MSU Agriculture Innovation Day session will focus on importance of soil sampling for proper management. -
Soil temperatures and planting timing – Part 1 of 3: Optimal soil temperature for planting
Published on April 18, 2019
Timing for planting corn and other field crops is based in part on when soil temperatures are optimal for seed germination and seedling emergence. -
High sandhill crane populations? Don’t overlook planter box treatment with Avipel.
Published on April 18, 2019
Consider using the powder formulation of Avipel seed treatment for last-minute application in the planter box if you are dealing with a large sandhill crane population. -
Deadline for commenting on draft guidance on Produce Safety Rule approaches
Published on April 18, 2019
The FDA is accepting feedback around newly issued draft guidance regarding the Produce Safety Rule. The deadline to comment is April 22! -
Tomato leaf mold in hoophouse tomatoes
Published on April 17, 2019
High hoophouse humidity can lead to tomato leaf mold. Learn about disease basics and organic and conventional control options here. -
Southwest Michigan Fruit update – April 16, 2019
Published on April 16, 2019
Warmer, wet weather will move plants quickly. Spraying season has begun. -
Early season sprays for managing San Jose scale
Published on April 16, 2019
Considerations for spring management of tree fruit pests like San Jose scale. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 16, 2019
Published on April 16, 2019
A slow start to spring and mild, wet weather ahead.