News
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The importance of scouting your fields
Published on June 13, 2012
Crop scouting keeps you on top of field conditions, helps you catch and diagnose problems early and allows for timely corrective action before major crop losses occur. -
Morrill Act turns 150 years old
Published on June 12, 2012
The Morrill Act made possible the creation of the land-grant schools and was signed by President Abraham Lincoln July 2, 1862. -
Regional reports on Michigan field crops – May 24, 2012
Published on May 24, 2012
MSU Extension educators’ pest and field crop updates for Michigan. -
Michigan’s Right To Farm celebrates 30 years
Published on October 5, 2011
The Right to Farm Act affects everyone. A wide variety of crop and livestock production strengthens our farm economy and helps to enhance the natural environment. -
Cover crops, no-till and manure
Published on September 23, 2011
MSU Extension research follows real world conditions in Calhoun County -
Have you estimated your dry bean yields yet?
Published on August 30, 2011
With dry bean harvest approaching, here’s how to estimate potential harvest yield. -
Considerations for successful pre-harvest herbicide applications in dry edible beans
Published on August 26, 2011
Caution needs to be taken with pre-harvest herbicide applications to dry edible beans to avoid illegal residues. -
Will 2011 be a white mold year?
Published on August 5, 2011
Late July rains and wet soil conditions in some parts of Michigan have raised concerns about the potential of white mold outbreaks in dry bean fields. -
Agriculture in Michigan is amazing!
Published on July 28, 2011
Michigan’s farmers produce more than 200 food and fiber products and lead the nation in the production of 18 commodities. -
Soil test to get the best
Published on April 21, 2011
Warm weather makes farmers think about planting, and soil testing can ensure plants get what they need to thrive.