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Risk of irrigation water on the road
Published on August 25, 2023
The risk associated with irrigation water on the road depends on the pressure and volume of water hitting the road and amount of traffic encountering it. -
Agricultural Drainage
Published on August 24, 2023
This bulletin briefly describes the history, need, types and extent of Michigan drainage as well as the pros and cons, and environmental impact related to drainage. -
Falling numbers in wheat: What causes it and why am I getting docked?
Published on August 23, 2023
How are falling numbers determined and why is wheat discounted if they are too low? -
The Importance of checking irrigation system uniformity
Published on August 18, 2023
Evaluating and retrofitting your irrigation system can help to improve irrigation water use efficiency. -
MSU Extension welcomes new field crops educator in southern Michigan
Published on August 17, 2023
Combining tried and true conservation with new technology, Madelyn Celovsky hopes to make a splash in south central Michigan. -
Adequate water supply is the heart of an irrigation system
Published on August 16, 2023
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. -
Best practices for buying farm inputs
Published on August 16, 2023
Lower your risk while maximizing your cash. -
Keep iron ochre under control in your basement
Published on August 11, 2023
Learn how to reduce iron ochre in your basement using three simple strategies. -
Join us! KBS LTAR Field Day: Sustainable Cropping Systems for the Future
Published on August 11, 2023
Curious about how MI rowcrop systems can be profitable and environmentally sustainable? Join us on September 15th for the first annual field day at the Kellogg Biological Station Long-Term Agroecosystem Research (LTAR) site. Registration link below. -
Is it too late to apply fungicides to control white mold in soybeans?
Published on August 10, 2023
Considerations for deciding when it is too late to apply fungicides to control white mold. -
Making the most of low hay yields
Published on August 7, 2023
In need of more hay? Protect what you have first. -
Waterlogging and the 2023 dry bean crop
Published on August 4, 2023
It has been a unique growing season due to precipitation challenges. The dry bean season started off very dry. However, so far in July we have received more rainfall than average. -
2023 Michigan Wheat Performance Trials
Published on August 4, 2023
The 2023 State Wheat Performance Trial entries were planted in 7 counties: Isabella, Hillman, Ingham, Huron, Montcalm, Sanilac and Tuscola. -
Michigan State Wheat Breeding and Genetics published 2023 Wheat Variety Performance Trials
Published on August 4, 2023
MSU's Wheat Breeding and Genetics worked with 7 cooperators in 7 Michigan counties to test the performance of 102 wheat varieties from 11 different organizations. -
Thumb area farm succession planning workshop set for August 30, 2023
Published on August 2, 2023
Join us for a succession planning workshop at Saginaw Valley Extension and Research Center on Aug. 30. Speakers in the morning will be followed by time in the afternoon to work on your own farm’s succession plan. -
Mole Drains
Published on August 1, 2023
Mole drains are unlined tunnels (mole channels)in the clay subsoil formed by a mole plow. -
Why Do Subsurface Drainage Systems Underperform?
Published on August 1, 2023
Subsurface (tile) drainage removes excess water from the soil to create good fieldwork and crop growth conditions on poorly drained soils. In this bulletin, three common causes for the under-performance of subsurface drainage systems are described. -
Iron Ochre
Published on August 1, 2023
This bulletin describes the iron ochre issue and its mitigation methods. -
Why macropores can ruin your best intentions with conservation practices
Published on August 1, 2023
Site specific conservation planning is key to managing no-till and cover crops in row crop systems. -
Choosing Between 8-Row and 4-Row Regular-Perforated Pipes
Published on August 1, 2023
This bulletin compares the properties of two 4-inch diameter pipes: 8-row and 4-row regular-perforated pipes.