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Soybean seed quality considerations for 2019
Published on March 14, 2019
Due to the potential for reduced seed quality, Michigan soybean producers should determine the quality of their seed and use this information to maximize seed performance.
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How to keep your crop field from becoming a wildlife food plot
Published on March 12, 2019
Free webinar on March 22, 2019, will educate growers on how to manage wildlife populations to protect field crops.
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Overview of 2019 SMaRT (Soybean Management and Research Technology) on-farm research projects
Published on March 7, 2019
On-farm research trials conducted by Michigan soybean producers are an important part of the SMaRT program. The 2019 projects are listed in this article and producers are encouraged to participate.
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Demonstration of wildlife palatability preferences in corn hybrids
Published on March 7, 2019
A variety’s nutritive characteristics and palatability for key wildlife species should be part of your decision-making process when deciding what and where to plant.
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Funding opportunity to implement priority nutrient management practices in Western Lake Erie Basin
Published on March 7, 2019
If you are a farmer located in the Western Lake Erie Basin, you are eligible for cost-share up to $15,000 to try new and enhanced nutrient management practices.
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Financial aspects of cover crops is topic of upcoming online program
Published on March 4, 2019
The March 11, 2019, Field Crops Webinar will feature Kim Cassida addressing cover crop profitability.
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Recommendations for reducing soybean production costs in 2019
Published on March 4, 2019
Join the Field Crops Webinar Series to learn about recommendations and supporting research to reduce your soybean production costs
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Tips on quality hay and pasture for beginning farmers: Part 1 - Quality
Published on March 4, 2019
Just about anybody can make hay and put animals out on pasture, but achieving quality goals for that forage takes knowledge, planning and effort.
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Adequate water supply is the heart of an irrigation system
Published on March 4, 2019
Irrigation investments start with securing an adequate water supply that meets the state legal requirements for large scale water use and minimal potential for conflict with neighbors or adverse resource impacts.
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Meeting the Michigan or Indiana water use reporting requirements
Published on March 4, 2019
Agricultural water users in Michigan and Indiana with the capacity to pump 70 gallons per minute or more need to report their water use by April 1.
