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Tips on quality hay and pasture for beginning farmers: Part 1 - Quality
Published on March 3, 2019
Just about anybody can make hay and put animals out on pasture, but achieving quality goals for that forage takes knowledge, planning and effort. -
Remote sensing and drone technology update on March 21
Published on February 28, 2019
This workshop will address how to utilize advanced remote sensing technologies to simplify farm operations and improve economic returns. -
Nitrogen rate trial results in Michigan’s Thumb
Published on February 28, 2019
A three-year nitrogen application rate study shows little difference between 165, 205 and 245 pounds of nitrogen applied pre-plant incorporated as anhydrous ammonia. -
Farm shop environmental red flags
Published on February 28, 2019
Things to think about while you are under the tractor. -
2018 Michigan Forage Variety Test Report now available
Published on February 27, 2019
Report helps producers in selecting varieties to optimize forage production. -
Symptoms and consequences of chilling or freezing injury on greenhouse crops
Published on February 27, 2019
Which greenhouse crops can tolerate exposure to freezing or near freezing temperatures and what can a grower expect from a crop that has been exposed to extreme temperatures? -
Southwest Michigan greenhouse situation report – February 2019
Published on February 26, 2019
Avoid late-season pest problems with careful scouting and sanitation practices. -
Webinar focuses on herbicide efficacy under weather stress
Published on February 26, 2019
The March 4, 2019, webinar will feature Erin Burns of MSU and focus on how weather stress can affect herbicide activity. -
On-demand webinars for nursery growers now available
Published on February 26, 2019
The recordings from the 2019 Winter Nursery Conference are available online. -
Pollinator Health Meetings to provide update on Great Lakes Pollinator Health Project
Published on February 22, 2019
Three regional meetings will share how to support and build on local efforts to improve pollinator health based on MSU research and findings.