MSU Extension Forages

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  Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

  Published on October 6, 2021
  Collect weed seeds September-October to submit for herbicide resistance screening.

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  Farm tax management on tap for the Sept. 23 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast

  Published on September 16, 2021
  Join the Field Crop Virtual Breakfast on Sept. 23 for tips on avoiding surprises during tax season.

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  Grazing sheep on solar farms

  Published on September 7, 2021
  There are more than a dozen new solar projects planned in Michigan and many of those are considering using sheep rather than mowing to control the plant growth under and around these solar installments.

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  Forages, forests and livestock: Creating a synergistic system though silvopasture

  Published on August 19, 2021
  Silvopasture is managing forages, forests and livestock so none of the resources are managed to the detriment of the other.

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  Late-season alfalfa management topic of Aug. 12 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast

  Published on August 5, 2021
  Alfalfa producers face critical decisions about fertility management and the timing of their last alfalfa cutting

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  Managing perennial pastures to withstand drought

  Published on June 24, 2021
  Plan ahead to ensure grazing lasts as long as possible.

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – June 17, 2021

  Published on June 17, 2021
  Upcoming cooler and wetter weather will be a welcome source of relief for crops that have been suffering from drought conditions and high evapotranspiration rates so far this season.

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  Southeast Michigan field crops update – June 10, 2021

  Published on June 10, 2021
  The Twilight Field Crop Day will be June 23 at Monroe County Community College from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – June 10, 2021

  Published on June 10, 2021
  Rain showers this week were beneficial for those fortunate enough to be underneath one, but more dry weather in the forecast is unwelcome news for moving crops through early vegetative stages.

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  2021 a challenging year for forages topic for June 17 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast

  Published on June 8, 2021
  The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on June 17, 2021, will feature MSU Extension forage specialist Kim Cassida discussing current challenges for forage production imposed by drought, high grain prices and other factors.