Resources

Greenhouse Insect Pest Management 2024

Published on April 3, 2024
Research-based information is presented on how to manage greenhouse insects and other pests including thrips, aphids, whiteflies, mites, fungus gnats, and mealybugs.
The Outlook for Michigan Agriculture 2024

Published on March 29, 2024
This analysis outlines the outlook for agriculture with a particular emphasis on commodities of particular importance to Michigan in 2024.
Is Your Water Supply Adequate

Published on March 14, 2024
This presentation helps producers assess whether their irrigation water supply can meet crop demand. It covers water use rates, system capacity, drought planning, legal considerations and strategies to manage limited water effectively.
Research-based Management Recommendations for Irrigated Soybeans

Published on March 13, 2024
This presentation provides soybean management tips for irrigated fields, recommending lower seeding rates, early planting and optimal depth to improve yields and reduce disease risk.
Respirator Safety Program Checklist

Published on March 6, 2024
Respirator program checklist and quick-reference sheet.
Foundations of Gardening Syllabus

Published on March 4, 2024
Foundations of Gardening is a 10-week online MSU Extension course that explores many aspects of gardening.
Climate Change Impacts on Christmas Tree Production in the Midwestern Region

Published on February 26, 2024
This bulletin will discuss climate trends, expected impacts for Christmas tree production, and potential methods to mitigate these challenges.
Irrigation Scheduling - Presentation by Stephen Boyer

Published on February 26, 2024
This presentation, given by Stephen Boyer at the Michiana Irrigated Corn & Soybean Conference, outlines irrigation scheduling tools and methods to optimize crop water use using weather, crop stage and soil data.
Soil Microbial Community Dynamics Across Michigan Farms

Published on February 26, 2024
Soil health is an important concept that has grown exponentially in the public and private sectors over the past decades.
Blueberry Varieties for Michigan

Published on February 26, 2024
This bulletin provides production, fruit quality characteristics, and pest and disease resistance ratings of blueberry varieties to help growers decide which cultivars to grow.