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Irrigation season: Start with inspections and repairs
Published on April 19, 2023
Running through a checklist of inspections and repairs for each irrigation system greatly improves the chance of being able to start irrigating the day the crop needs it. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 18, 2023
Published on April 18, 2023
Last week’s hot weather pushed all fruit crops along quickly. Next week will be closer to normal but cool weather may be a challenge for pollinating blooming crops. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 18, 2023
Published on April 18, 2023
Summer-like weather rapidly advanced bud developed last week, but winter returned bringing snow and wind early this week in the west central region. -
Generally accepted agricultural and management practices for honey bees
Published on April 18, 2023
The Generally Accepted Agricultural and Management Practices (GAAMPs) for the Care of Farm Animals include recommendations for managing honey bees. -
What is Mi Fresh Fish?
Published on April 18, 2023
COVID-19 funds launch of a Michigan fisheries consumer educational marketing campaign. -
Still time to report large or significant water use
Published on April 14, 2023
Agricultural water users in both Indiana and Michigan have until at least June 1 to report their water use for water sources with the capacity to pump 70 gallons per minute or greater. -
Recommendations for planting large soybean seed
Published on April 13, 2023
Large soybean seed may create some challenges. Understanding the challenges and the strategies for overcoming them will improve seed performance. -
Planning and zoning for solar in Michigan
Published on April 13, 2023
The economics of solar have never been better and individuals, businesses, utilities and cooperatives are planning projects all over Michigan. Is your community ready? -
Which Michigan pesticide applicator certification do I need?
Published on April 13, 2023
Michigan pesticide applicator license requirements are typically straightforward in most agricultural settings, but it can be confusing to know which license is required under certain unique scenarios. -
Tips for bringing baby chicks home
Published on April 12, 2023
Bringing home new chicks can be exciting and here are some tips to make sure your chicks get off to the best start!