News

Water use reporting: Making it easy to record with irrigation scheduling tools

Published on June 14, 2024
As the April 1 deadline for past year water use reporting for irrigation and other large water uses came and went, many producers are reminded of the value of keeping good records within their water management.
Michigan grape scouting report – June 13, 2024

Published on June 13, 2024
Essential updates on weather, vine growth, disease management and pest control. Stay informed and optimize your vineyard's health and productivity!
MSU team receives $750K to explore climate change mitigation potential of switchgrass

Published on June 13, 2024
The grant is through USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture and the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative.
Summer weed control options for Christmas tree production

Published on June 13, 2024
Follow these four steps for effective summer weed control in Christmas tree production.
Assessing soybean stands

Published on June 13, 2024
Being able to compare seeding rate against emerged plant populations helps with a number of management decisions including whether a replant is necessary.
Aerial application: A sign of spring crop production

Published on June 13, 2024
Aerial applications are valuable for timing pest management regardless of soil conditions.
Volunteer appreciation methods

Published on June 13, 2024
Recognize volunteers year-round for their impact in your program.
Humans are the elephant in the room where conservation is debated

Published on June 12, 2024
Studies working to map conservation historically have left humans out of the equation. This study proposes ways to build in the outsized footprint created by people in wild places.
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 12, 2024

Published on June 12, 2024
Vegetable crops and pests are progressing.
Celebrating: PSEG Associate Award

Published on June 12, 2024
MSU and IFPRI received a 5-year award to improve food security policy research and capacity in Nigeria, focusing on policy formulation, research, and advocacy for sustainable agriculture and economic growth.