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Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and testing for winter 2024 through spring 2025

Published on October 23, 2024
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions.
Can we solve the mystery of alfalfa autotoxicity?

Published on October 15, 2024
New research on a perennial problem.
Thinking about reducing tillage in the spring? Start preparing in the fall.

Published on October 11, 2024
Transitioning to reduced or no-till system takes planning before planting. The following steps can help set you up for success in the coming year.
Sustainable agricultural practices and findings spotlighted at the second annual KBS LTAR field day

Published on September 17, 2024
The second annual KBS LTAR field day showcased early agronomic and ecological changes in fields managed with advanced conservation strategies while also offering practical tips to make these practices work.
Fall harvest safety tips

Published on September 3, 2024
Some common sense tips can help prevent injuries on the farm during harvest season.
What is the health of my soil? Free soil health testing offered fall 2024

Published on August 22, 2024
Field crop farmers can get two fields tested for soil health with a Michigan State University grant.
Spray drone demonstration for pest management in vegetable and field crops

Published on August 6, 2024
Learn and discuss with fellow vegetable and field crop growers and MSU Extension educators about drone usage for pesticide and fertilizer application, plus seeding cover crops.
Register now for the Organic Vegetable Production Workshop and Crop Walk

Published on July 29, 2024
If you’re a small-to-medium sized diversified vegetable grower, you won’t want to miss this summer event.
Managing post-harvest rots in vegetables

Published on July 18, 2024
Implement best practices during the growing season, at-harvest and post-harvest for reducing spoilage losses during storage.
Farmers needed for climate change impact on Michigan field crops farms

Published on July 17, 2024
A statewide MSU research project is now accepting enrollment.