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Michigan Agricultural Mediation Program offers free services to producers
Published on April 26, 2018
The Michigan Agricultural Mediation Program is helpful if issues arise with lenders, creditors or the USDA agencies over loans, credit, wetland determinations, farm program compliance, crop insurance or other agriculture-related topics. -
Traverse City Pollinator Health Meeting rescheduled for April 30
Published on April 17, 2018
Please register again for Michigan State University Extension's public input meeting on pollinator issues in the Grand Traverse region. -
Pollinator health meetings to be held in Traverse City, Frankenmuth and West Olive
Published on April 4, 2018
Michigan State University Extension will hold three public input meetings in April and May 2018 focused on pollinator health. -
Southwest Michigan greenhouse report — March 2018
Published on March 28, 2018
Now is a good time to check your water quality and review irrigation practices. -
Be smart when farming near underground pipelines and utilities
Published on March 16, 2018
Spring means deep tillage, trenching, posthole digging, tile-laying, building and other earth-moving activities on the farm. Be aware of pipeline and utility safety issues and call 811 when needed. -
Worker Protection Standard training requirements for growers
Published on March 14, 2018
A summary of Worker Protection Standard (WPS) training requirements and some resources to help you stay compliant. -
Topdressing container nursery plants for liverwort control
Published on March 12, 2018
Rice hulls can be an effective tool to suppress liverwort and weed seed germination in container nursery production. -
Webinar on PGR tips for Michigan greenhouse growers
Published on March 6, 2018
Tune in March 16 for a free webinar on plant growth regulator (PGR) tips for Michigan greenhouse growers. -
What is your definition for soil health?
Published on March 6, 2018
The definition of what makes a soil health varies on individuals needs for soil. -
Tips on preventing poor rooting and leaf yellowing of problematic species propagated by cuttings
Published on February 28, 2018
Reduce or prevent cutting loss by prioritizing sticking and updating your cultural procedures.