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Integrated pest management can save money
Published on January 22, 2014
Looking for ways to save money on pest management? Review the integrated pest management (IPM) program on your farm to see that it is being utilized to the fullest. -
Kids back on the farm? Sign them up for the 2014 Integrated Pest Management Academy
Published on January 9, 2014
Do you have a farm employee who could brush up on their pest management skills? Register now to ensure their spot at this pioneering workshop designed to serve specialty crop, field crop and landscape professionals. -
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. -
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. -
Opportunities for wheat producers this fall
Published on October 29, 2013
Before wheat is put to bed for the winter, there are a few things growers can do to insure a profitable enterprise. -
Still have winter wheat to get in the ground?
Published on October 25, 2013
Michigan State University Extension has advice to help make the most of delayed winter wheat plantings. -
Planting winter wheat in Michigan fall 2013
Published on September 19, 2013
Improving wheat yields depends on achieving uniform wheat stands this fall. -
Considering Fusarium head scab when selecting wheat varieties
Published on September 16, 2013
The 2013 season’s quality discounts has encouraged growers to consider selecting wheat varieties having greater tolerance to Fusarium head scab. -
East central Michigan field crops regional report – September 5, 2013
Published on September 5, 2013
Crop conditions continue to be variable throughout the region. Early planted crops are nearing maturity. Late planted crops have a long way to go.