Resources

Controlled Drainage Beyond Flat Fields

Published on August 28, 2025
Controlled drainage has long been recommended for flat fields but new research from Michigan State University is challenging that recommendation. This bulletin shares results from a paired-field study that evaluated controlled drainage on a Michigan field.
Unveiling the True Potential of Saturated Buffers

Published on August 28, 2025
A saturated buffer is a conservation drainage practice that targets nitrate in tile drainage discharge. A new Michigan State University study used a paired-field approach to compare a saturated buffer to a free drainage control field.
Ask Extension and the Lawn and Garden Hotline highlights - 2024

Published on August 28, 2025
Michigan State University Extension educators and volunteers respond to thousands of inquiries from Michigan residents each year.
USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates

Published on August 22, 2025
Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services
Multi-Year Land Rent Value Calculator

Published on August 19, 2025
A decision tool that provides different approaches to determining land rent by crop and rotation over multiple years.
Understanding Herbicide Modes of Action

Published on August 12, 2025
This article explains how understanding herbicide modes and sites of action helps growers select and rotate herbicides effectively to manage weeds and avoid resistance.
The Science of Shearing

Published on August 12, 2025
In this article, Bert Cregg discusses some of the basic biology and underlying principles that guide the response of conifers to shearing.
Agricultural Pesticide Label Changes

Published on August 12, 2025
In this article, you will learn about the agricultural pesticides that are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of.
Non-chemical Weed Control in Christmas Tree Production

Published on August 12, 2025
This article outlines non-chemical weed control strategies in Christmas tree production, including prevention, cultivation, mulching, cover crops, thermal control and biological methods.
16th International Christmas Tree Research and Extension Conference held in Denmark

Published on August 12, 2025
This article explains the importance of understanding herbicide modes and sites of action for effective weed control in Christmas tree production, helping growers select, rotate and apply herbicides to prevent resistance and maximize efficacy