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Clay soil moisture monitoring project explores farmer’s efforts to improve drainage

Published on November 4, 2019
This season-long demonstration project compared results of surface drains, deep tillage and field tile on Michigan’s eastern Upper Peninsula farms.
The electronic cigarette epidemic

Published on November 4, 2019
E-cigarettes are surging in popularity, especially among younger adults. But when it comes to safety and health concerns, what are the facts?
Learning opportunities and a wide range of resources led Keivan Bahmani to MSU

Published on November 4, 2019
Keivan Bahmani is a Ph.D student and received his degree in Plant Breeding from the University of Tehran. He is working under the direction of Dr. Ryan Warner and his research focuses on understanding the genetic basis of sweetener production in stevia.
Consider the risks associated with animal intrusion in fields before harvest

Published on November 3, 2019
Learn more about the risks associated with the three main types of animal intrusion a grower may find during a preharvest wildlife assessment.
7 Things to know about samurai wasps, a natural enemy of brown marmorated stink bugs

Published on November 3, 2019
The brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) is controlled in its home region of Asia by samurai wasps. The wasps are now found in the United States and could help control BMSB in Michigan.
Farm stress emphasis at 2019 Great Lakes EXPO

Published on November 3, 2019
High input costs, low prices and variable weather have increased farm related stress. To aid farmers, the 2019 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable & Farm Market EXPO will have a daylong workshop to identify and deal with stress-related issues.
Entrepreneurial ideas for youth

Published on November 3, 2019
Creating a product and starting a business can be discussed at an early age. Encourage youth to look at creative ways to become entrepreneurs.
2019 Fall Farm Sprouts - Week #7 Wednesday PM

Published on November 2, 2019
2019 Fall Farm Sprouts - Week #7 Wednesday PM
2019 Fall Farm Sprouts - Week #7 Wednesday AM

Published on November 2, 2019
2019 Fall Farm Sprouts - Week #7 Wednesday AM
2019 Fall Farm Sprouts - Week #7 Tuesday PM

Published on November 2, 2019
2019 Fall Farm Sprouts - Week #7 Tuesday PM