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Soil Academy 2012 set for September 5
Published on June 4, 2012
MSU Extension’s Soil Academy 2012 is a refresher course in soil science designed to help farmers, crop consultants and agribusiness understand more advanced topics in soil fertility and nutrient management. -
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. -
Deadline for 2009 disaster payments looms
Published on July 24, 2011
July 29, 2011 is the deadline for fruit, row crops, vegetable and other crop producers to sign up for 2009 SURE Disaster Program. -
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.