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Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 18, 2023

Published on May 18, 2023
Near-perfect spring weather has allowed for a continued surge in planting progress…now we just need enough soil moisture to get the crops up and established.
Symposium: Soaking low moisture ingredients in water - are you nuts?

Published on May 18, 2023
Linda J. Harris at the Florida Association for Food Protection, 2023 Annual Educational Conference, Orlando, FL
Young calves fed starter benefit from supplemental forage

Published on May 18, 2023
The amount of forage needed by young calves consuming starter will vary depending on a variety of nutritional factors.
Soybean planting depth considerations when planting into dry soil conditions

Published on May 18, 2023
How to identify and achieve the optimum planting depth if you are faced with dry soil conditions.
A guide to aphids that feed on garlic mustard in Michigan

Published on May 17, 2023
Can these tiny insects help in the fight against invasive plants?
West central Michigan small fruit update – May 17, 2023

Published on May 17, 2023
The 2023 blueberry season is already in progress. In Van Buren, Allegan and Ottawa counties, varieties like Wayman, Bluetta, Bluecrop and Elliott are going from full bloom to 75%, 75%, 50% and 25% bloom, respectively.
Checking bulls to see if they are ready for the season

Published on May 17, 2023
Breeding soundness exams can identify bulls that will not make for a successful calf crop next spring. Michigan State University Extension works with farmers and veterinarians to get bulls checked.
Northern states collaborate with Finland: Michigan State University to co-lead workshop on climate solutions through biobased products

Published on May 16, 2023
MSU Department of Forestry partners with Natural Resources Institute Finland to facilitate workshop on climate-smart forestry products.
Five ways to save on housing costs

Published on May 16, 2023
By following these five steps, you can lower your housing costs and have more money to spend on other parts of your life.
Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation awards $126,000 in scholarships to MSU students for 2022-23

Published on May 16, 2023
The Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation awarded $126,000 in scholarships to Michigan State University (MSU) students pursuing dairy industry-related programs of study for the 2022-23 academic year.