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MSU releases new grain marketing decision tool
Published on April 23, 2024
Designed for both first time and seasoned marketers, the MSU Grain Marketing Evaluation Tool uses current information to help analyze market conditions. -
Pesticide applicator certification in-person review and core testing in Centreville on May 13
Published on April 23, 2024
A mandatory core review will precede the pesticide applicator certification testing. Private and commercial core and the fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available. -
AGR makes record contribution to AgrAbility
Published on April 23, 2024
MSU's Alpha Gamma Rho Tau Chapter's record-breaking $34,000 donation to Michigan AgrAbility represented the proceeds of their annual Beef Preview Show, marking the fraternity's continued commitment to supporting farmers with disabilities. -
MSU Grain Marketing Evaluation Tool
Published on April 22, 2024
Designed for both first time and seasoned marketers, the MSU Grain Marketing Evaluation Tool uses current information to help analyze market conditions. -
Cover Crop Termination
Published on April 22, 2024
Developing a termination strategy for cover crops is an essential part of the planning process to ensure there is no interference with the planting or management of the subsequent cash crop. -
New Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program funds four projects
Published on April 22, 2024
Each project will be supported at roughly $1.25 million over three years. -
Wheat watchers week of April 15, 2024
Published on April 18, 2024
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week. -
Terminating cereal rye to prevent yield loss in corn and soybeans
Published on April 18, 2024
Clearing up the confusion about when to terminate cereal rye in corn and soybean. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update — April 18, 2024
Published on April 18, 2024
Warm temperatures lead to cover crop burndown, wheat jointing and potato planting. -
What should I do if I find a swarm of bees?
Published on April 18, 2024
Contact a local beekeeper if you find a swarm of honey bees. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with conservation for soil health
Published on April 17, 2024
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on April 25 as Abby Smith with the Natural Resources Conservation Service discusses conservation practices. -
USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates
Published on April 17, 2024
Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services -
MSU Extension’s free produce safety texting service expands to serve North Central region
Published on April 17, 2024
The free produce safety texting service, which provides farm workers and their employers with one weekly produce safety text, will now be available to many more growers and their employees. -
Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of
Published on April 17, 2024
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with corn and soybean planting considerations
Published on April 11, 2024
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on April 18 with MSU Extension cropping systems agronomist Manni Singh discussing planting considerations for corn and soybean this spring. -
Wheat watchers week of April 8, 2024
Published on April 11, 2024
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week. -
Beekeeping Assistive Technology
Published on April 9, 2024
A guide with examples of assistive technologies that enable beekeepers with medical impairments to manage hives and sell honey. -
Dig into sustainable farm innovations with a search tool and map of SARE grant projects
Published on April 9, 2024
Find hundreds of SARE grants funded in Michigan and thousands nationally. -
Stacked practices: The key to phosphorus loss reduction
Published on April 5, 2024
Soil health alone will not achieve our water quality goal. Nutrient management is a good start, but it's best when combined with water management to achieve our water quality goal. -
MDARD in-person core testing and core review offered in Shiawassee County
Published on April 5, 2024
Participants will review the core manual and take the pesticide applicator test on April 30 in Owosso, Michigan. Private and commercial core, fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available.