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Southwest Michigan field crop update – May 23, 2019
Published on May 23, 2019
Southwest Michigan planting progress continues to crawl. -
When alfalfa winterkills, what can you do?
Published on May 17, 2019
The long cold winter took a toll on Michigan alfalfa stands. -
Tips on quality hay and pasture for beginning farmers: Part 2 – Legume species for hay and pasture
Published on May 14, 2019
Whether planting new, or working with what you already have, understanding the legume species that make up your forage can help you succeed. -
Managing alfalfa autotoxicity
Published on May 1, 2019
Alfalfa has a trait that is unusual among forage crops – it contains natural chemicals that are toxic to its own seedlings. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 10, 2019
Published on April 10, 2019
The late winter, early spring weather in 2019 has been quite variable. -
Michigan Hay Sellers List helps buyers locate scarce hay
Published on April 4, 2019
Whether buying or selling hay, the Michigan hay sellers list makes the task easier. -
Tips on quality hay and pasture for beginning farmers: Part 1 - Quality
Published on March 3, 2019
Just about anybody can make hay and put animals out on pasture, but achieving quality goals for that forage takes knowledge, planning and effort. -
2018 Michigan Forage Variety Test Report now available
Published on February 27, 2019
Report helps producers in selecting varieties to optimize forage production. -
Developing the leaders you need
Published on February 18, 2019
When farm owners extend their view of employee development farther, much farther, they develop their business as they develop their employees. -
2019 Great Lakes Forage & Grazing Conference to focus on mixing forages for sustainability
Published on February 13, 2019
The March 5 conference will feature keynote speaker Ray Smith, University of Kentucky, and sessions on new and innovative ideas and solutions to challenges in forages and grazing crops.