MSU Extension Forages

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  Fall and winter drought could cause challenges in crops

  Published on April 22, 2021
  Below normal precipitation during the fall and winter has resulted in a decline in groundwater levels. Producers need to prepare for potential challenges, especially if they irrigate crops.

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  Southwest Michigan field crop update – April 22, 2021

  Published on April 22, 2021
  The 2021 growing season got off to a fast start in many places across Michigan fueled by dry conditions that traced their roots back to last fall.

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  What are my options when renewing my pesticide certification?

  Published on April 15, 2021
  Pesticide applicators can now take their certification exam remotely.

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  Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series kicks off 2021 growing season beginning April 1

  Published on March 15, 2021
  This free weekly series for farmers and agribusinesses focuses on field crop pest and crop management topics during the growing season.

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  Farms with no employees can still benefit from the Paycheck Protection Program

  Published on March 7, 2021
  Self-employed farmers can apply for PPP loan funds based on their 2020 gross income. Application deadline is March 31.

• 2021 “Virtual” Great Lakes Forage & Grazing Conference featuring keynote speaker Dennis Hancock

  Published on February 11, 2021
  The Great Lakes Forage & Grazing Conference on March 11 is going virtual. Keynote topics include U.S. Dairy Forage Research Center: Focusing on Impact, and The Baleage Balance: Moisture, Fermentation, and Risks.

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  MSU Extension announces new online school for hay growers: Hay Production 101

  Published on February 3, 2021
  Join our team of Michigan State University Extension specialists and educators in March 2021 to learn the ins and outs of hay production.

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  Hot field crops topics for a winters’ day

  Published on January 27, 2021
  The Thumb Area Virtual Pest and Crop Management Update on Feb. 2 will be the final regional meeting of the 2021 series.

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  In the Weeds podcast on upgrading your cropping system

  Published on January 13, 2021
  From relay cropping to using drones on the farm, this series of “In the Weeds” podcast considers upgrades to cropping systems to improve efficiency.

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  Field Crops Webinar Series starts February 2021

  Published on January 7, 2021
  The Field Crops Webinar Series will help growers and agribusiness professionals prepare for the 2021 growing season.