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March is frost seeding month in Michigan
Published on February 20, 2023
Frost-seeding with improved legumes and grasses is an economical way to improve pasture yield and quality. -
Southeast Michigan Crop and Pest Management Update meeting on February 7
Published on January 17, 2023
The Crop and Pest Management Update in southeast Michigan will help growers and agribusiness professionals prepare for the 2023 growing season. -
54th annual Branch County Farmers Day to be held February 20, 2023
Published on January 12, 2023
MSU Extension will host educational programming in Coldwater, Michigan to continue the legacy of this long-standing outreach event. -
Economic advantages to wrapping dry hay
Published on December 16, 2022
Will the labor and expense needed to get two or three layers of plastic around a large bale of dry hay pay off? -
The Michigan Forage Council is offering mini grants to farmers with forage-related projects in mind
Published on December 6, 2022
If you have always wanted to try something new in forage production, storage or utilization, Michigan Forage Council mini grants might be what you're looking for. -
Michigan pesticide applicator recertification credits available in person and online before the end of the year
Published on October 31, 2022
Growers needing a few more credits to renew their pesticide applicator license have some online and in-person opportunities available. -
New MSU Extension forage and livestock educator in the eastern Upper Peninsula
Published on September 21, 2022
Michelle Sweeten has a strong agricultural background and personal farming experience. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update - September 15, 2022
Published on September 15, 2022
Corn and soybean harvest estimates range from below-average to slightly above-average as crops near physiological maturity. Rainfall over the past month has been well below normal for most areas throughout the region. -
Start planning your nutrient needs now
Published on September 12, 2022
Fertilizer Planning Resources Available from MSU Extension. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update - September 8, 2022
Published on September 8, 2022
Corn and soybean are entering the final stages of grain fill. Dry conditions have kept disease pressure low, but hopefully the crop will have enough water to get to the finish line.