Resources

'Eiger': A New Great Northern Bean Variety for Michigan (E3495)

Published on October 2, 2024
‘EIGER’ is a new upright, high- yielding, anthracnose resistant great northern bean variety from Michigan State University that exhibits good dry down at maturity and acceptable canning quality.
'Charro': A New Pinto Bean Variety for Michigan (E3494)

Published on October 2, 2024
‘Charro’ is a new upright, high-yielding, traditional pinto bean variety from Michigan State University (MSU) that exhibits good dry down at maturity and excellent canning quality.
A Guide for Monitoring Phosphorus

Published on September 19, 2024
Subsurface drainage discharge and surface runoff are pathways for phosphorus (P) loss from subsurface-drained farms.
Spotted Lanternfly – A Guide for Homeowners and Residents in Michigan

Published on September 17, 2024
A guide for Michigan homeowners and residents on spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that has become established in several U.S. states including Michigan.
Bee Environment Elevation System (BEES) Building Instructions

Published on September 10, 2024
The Bee Environment Elevation System, “BEES”, is a relatively inexpensive mechanical hive lifter that can be built at home.
Working with Agricultural Stakeholders to Understand and Address Labor Challenges

Published on August 13, 2024
This resource provides agricultural stakeholders with the tools to address labor challenges.
Greenhouse College of Knowledge Online Courses

Published on August 12, 2024
The Greenhouse College of Knowledge Online Course Series provides basic training to commercial greenhouse growers in Michigan, the U.S. and internationally in an easy-to-access and cost-effective manner.
Bulletin E-3430 How to Read a Seed Guide (Corn Edition)

Published on August 8, 2024
This publication discusses the types of information likely found across most corn seed guides and reviews how costs and harvest factors are important considerations in selecting seed options for your farm.
Bulletin E-3429 Introduction to Pesticide Use and Planning

Published on August 8, 2024
This publication explores the process of using chemical pest suppression (e.g., pesticides), including understanding their costs and impacts on farm revenue, and is intended to help you develop a pesticide plan for your farm.
Michigan On-Farm Produce Safety Newsletter

Published on July 31, 2024
News articles, fact sheets, videos and podcasts produced by Produce Safety Technicians and MSU Extension Educators to support growers and stakeholders succeed in their on-farm produce safety efforts.