News
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What does it mean to be a leader on your farm?
Published on December 14, 2012
Employees are an important and valuable resource on the farm and your leadership has an impact on their performance and their longevity on the farm. -
Get more from your integrated pest management by attending our 2013 Academy
Published on December 11, 2012
Join us at the 2013 IPM Academy for discussions about how to practice IPM to get a better harvest in a world of shifting weather. -
Legislation could strengthen Michigan craft brewers and farmers
Published on November 13, 2012
Michigan is ranked one of nations best for breweries, microbreweries and brewpubs. To strengthen this important industry, Michigan should explore legislation that benefits both brewers and farmers in the state. -
Using more wheat seed as the fall progresses
Published on September 27, 2012
A practice proved helpful to wheat growers is to increase seed use as winter approaches. -
Craft beer market impacts emerging Michigan inputs industries
Published on September 18, 2012
Factors related to growth in craft beers may create a market for high-quality local hop and grain products. -
Winter wheat planting recommendations
Published on August 21, 2012
Improving wheat yields depends on achieving uniform wheat stands this fall. -
Planting wheat following drought-stricken corn
Published on August 10, 2012
Planting wheat following corn may be a reasonable rotation this 2012 season, but excessive nitrogen levels and Fusarium head scab are two potential risks. -
Understanding the drought through the Evaporative Stress Index
Published on August 9, 2012
A look at the Evaporative Stress Index explains patterns of water availability and moisture stress across large areas. -
Test weight in small grains
Published on August 6, 2012
Your management decisions can influence grain test weight at harvest. -
Dry conditions will likely impact herbicide carryover to rotational crops
Published on July 27, 2012
Dry conditions this growing season throughout most of Michigan have not only affected the current crop, but will likely impact rotational crops including wheat and cover crops planted this fall.