News
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Should producers chase after yield?
Published on November 13, 2019
American farmers continually strive for higher yields. Something encouraged by the current pricing structure of raw agricultural products, but is chasing yield necessarily a good thing?
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Review sessions in Upper Peninsula with exams for state certified pesticide applicators
Published on November 13, 2019
Pre-exam study sessions offered during winter 2019-2020 for those seeking state pesticide applicator certification or recertification credits.
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Recommendations for selecting hay and pasture forages for Michigan
Published on November 12, 2019
Selecting forage species and mixtures for hayfields and pastures may seem overwhelming. Let this new bulletin help you make decisions.
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Five compelling reasons to attend the Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update on December 18
Published on November 12, 2019
The 21st annual Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update for Agribusiness will feature 2020 MSU crop and pest recommendations, on-farm research data and pesticide certification credits.
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Hop production in Midwest and Eastern North America online course now available
Published on November 7, 2019
Learn more about the challenges and opportunities for hop production in reemerging growing regions.
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New CAFO permit released
Published on November 7, 2019
Read more about some of the changes the new CAFO permit addresses and when public meetings will be held.
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Training for innovative online tools for conservation planning
Published on November 6, 2019
A look at what is to come for agricultural professionals using new online tools for conservation planning and implementation.
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Clay soil moisture monitoring project explores farmer’s efforts to improve drainage
Published on November 5, 2019
This season-long demonstration project compared results of surface drains, deep tillage and field tile on Michigan’s eastern Upper Peninsula farms.
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Recommendations for a late soybean harvest
Published on November 5, 2019
Overcome the challenges associated with a late soybean harvest.
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Farm stress emphasis at 2019 Great Lakes EXPO
Published on November 4, 2019
High input costs, low prices and variable weather have increased farm related stress. To aid farmers, the 2019 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable & Farm Market EXPO will have a daylong workshop to identify and deal with stress-related issues.
