MSU Extension Agricultural Bioenergy and Energy Conservation

News

• Electrical energy generation and the future

  Published on April 2, 2015
  Do you know where your power comes from, or what it costs?

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  Think spring with the Direct Farm Marketing Tune-up

  Published on March 2, 2015
  Direct farm marketers can start anew with tips for marketing, new crops, and commercial food product development by participating in the Direct Farm Marketing Tune-up March 24.

• United States is the world’s leading producer of petroleum

  Published on February 23, 2015
  Increased oil and biofuel production lessen imports and hold prices steady at the pump.

• Key strategies for long-term success on your farm

  Published on February 9, 2015
  Commodity markets have adjusted over the last 12 months, have you? Here are 10 strategies for long-term success on your farm.

• Is there a business in your future?

  Published on February 6, 2015
  Consider these traits for success, and whether you might build a team.

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  When to harvest switchgrass

  Published on January 6, 2015
  Switchgrass should be harvested once in the fall, after killing frost, for biofuel production.

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  Immature corn dry down

  Published on October 20, 2014
  Are corn dry down rates affected by maturity?

• Burning E85 fuel in your vehicle

  Published on October 3, 2014
  The Yellow Hose campaign is boosting E85 fuel consumption. See if you have a flex fuel vehicle and where you can fill up for cheaper than gasoline.

• Depreciating tile drainage systems

  Published on October 2, 2014
  Increased interest in tile drainage in agricultural fields raises tax questions.

• Feeding the people - now and in the future

  Published on September 26, 2014
  How will we feed two billion more people? MSU Extension is helping to address this growing problem.