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MSU Extension Field Crops Webinar Series continues February 19 with drainage considerations for soil health and water quality
Published on February 12, 2024
Ehsan Ghane and Monica Jean of MSU Extension will discuss how drainage and soil health are linked with water quality. -
Controlling erosion with cover crops
Published on February 9, 2024
Stop losing your most valuable asset. Plant cover crops. -
New MSU Extension field crops educator in southwest Michigan
Published on February 9, 2024
Nicolle Ritchie has a strong background in integrated pest management and is passionate about managing pest resistance and improving soil health. -
New climate resiliency program to address long-term plant agriculture challenges in Michigan
Published on February 1, 2024
The Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program is a partnership among MSU, the Plant Coalition, and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. -
New MSU research details how analyzing historical crop yields can reveal key soil health insights
Published on January 18, 2024
An MSU-led team used a novel analytical method known as yield stability zones to show the relationship between crop yield and soil health. The results can help farmers lower input costs and increase yield, while lessening environmental impact. -
MSU Extension Field Crops Webinar Series begins February 2024
Published on January 10, 2024
The Field Crops Webinar Series will again be offered February through March to help growers and agribusiness professionals prepare for the 2024 growing season. -
Final call to register for 2023 Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update
Published on December 7, 2023
Only a few days remain to register for the annual MSU Extension Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update for Agribusiness meeting on December 19. -
How much vomitoxin is too much for feedlot cattle?
Published on November 17, 2023
As ruminants, cattle have a rumen with a diverse microbiome that can breakdown various compounds into less toxic compounds, as demonstrated with vomitoxin (deoxynivalenol). -
Fall options to control johnsongrass
Published on November 1, 2023
Johnsongrass rhizomes are not very cold tolerant. Take advantage of Michigan winter temperatures to help reduce its population. -
Michigan pesticide applicator review sessions, recertifications credits, and testing options for winter 2023 through spring 2024
Published on October 19, 2023
Frequently asked questions about when and where pesticide applicators can earn education credits or take the certification exam.