News
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Changing photosynthesis during drought can increase plant resilience
Published on July 1, 2020
MSU researcher uses gene to control water loss during drought conditions leading to crops that are more resilient.
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Getting “In the Weeds” on cover crops
Published on May 28, 2020
Michigan Field Crops “In the Weeds” podcast fourth series highlights farmer’s stories about cover crop usage.
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Freezing temperatures likely across Michigan
Published on May 7, 2020
Cold outbreak brings prolonged freeze risk.
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Farmers facing isolation – stay connected, it’s good for you
Published on May 1, 2020
The inherent nature of the agricultural occupation is independent. Isolation is often linked to impacts on mental health and loss of life by suicide.
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Farm resilience starts with a solid financial foundation
Published on April 30, 2020
Handling low profits means you need to manage the financial risks affecting your operation.
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Farm safety: COVID-19 health screening requirements for essential employees
Published on April 29, 2020
New health screening requirements for essential employees will help keep our farms safe and ensure that they can keep running during this pandemic.
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Designing a better system for broadcast interseeding
Published on April 27, 2020
New video shares research from MSU designing a broadcast interseeding system for cover crops that improves seed-soil contact.
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Can cover crops control horseweed?
Published on April 21, 2020
A new video highlights research at MSU looking at whether cover crops can control the growth of the weed horseweed (marestail).
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Perennial grass that can feed your animals and provide flour for bread
Published on April 20, 2020
New videos discuss intermediate wheatgrass, once only considered for pasture, as a potential multi-use cover crop.
