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West central Michigan vegetable update – May 15, 2019

Published on May 15, 2019
Asparagus harvest is finally here in west central Michigan.
The role of fire in forest ecosystems

Published on May 15, 2019
Most people learn early on in life that fire is a bad thing, having been warned of its dangers by their parents, or perhaps learning the lesson first-hand from sitting a little too close to a campfire.
Summer 2019: High Great Lakes levels likely for lakes Michigan, Huron

Published on May 15, 2019
Infrastructure damage and beach erosion highly possible for coastal communities.
Is the ag industry ready for a test?

Published on May 15, 2019
The dairy food system is vulnerable to adulteration from an adversary bent on assaulting it. It's important for those involved to become knowledgeable and take actions to prepare and prevent.
East Michigan vegetable update – May 15, 2019

Published on May 15, 2019
Growers are catching up this week.
Gibberellin use for fruit set on blueberries

Published on May 15, 2019
Gibberellic acid is used to increase fruit set and yield in blueberries. Recent trials were conducted to understand how newer varieties can be expected to respond to this growth regulator.
Dehorning with pain mitigation: Get trained

Published on May 15, 2019
Providing the medication for pain management when dehorning calves might seem challenging, but it can be easily learned.
Alcona 4-H youth receive a Community Service Grant from Northrop Grumman

Published on May 15, 2019
Great partners and great opportunities are strong in northeast Michigan.
Jim Hilker: Tax Considerations When Exiting Dairy Farming

Published on May 15, 2019
Professor Jim Hilker explores the significant unintended tax consequences that can result from selling dairy farm assets.
Farmers in southeast Michigan talk about nitrogen sensing technology

Published on May 15, 2019
How variable nitrogen application through the use of nitrogen sensing technology is helping farmers to minimize nitrogen losses and reduce costs.