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Cost of Production spotlighted in new season of risk management series from MSU Extension
Published on September 2, 2025
Cost of Production is the main emphasis of this year’s Farm Policy and Risk Management Series. -
New EPA tool helps growers comply with pesticide runoff and drift mitigation requirements related to the Endangered Species Act
Published on August 27, 2025
Growers and pesticide applicators working to comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Endangered Species Act requirements now have a new tool at their disposal. -
Hay for horses, pancakes for people, fun learning for all at the 2025 Breakfast on the Farm event
Published on August 22, 2025
Nearly 1,200 people attended Michigan State University Extension’s 2025 Breakfast on the Farm event hosted at the Michigan State University Horse Teaching and Research Center. -
Farming through the haze
Published on August 13, 2025
Michigan has been intermittently blanketed with wildfire haze over the past several years. Learn more about the importance of monitoring your local air quality index (AQI) and how to work safely on high AQI days. -
Drive-by crop identification in southwest Michigan
Published on July 17, 2025
Michigan has a diverse agricultural landscape. Learn to identify five of southwest Michigan’s field crops from the comfort of your vehicle. -
MSU Extension and Newaygo County Conservation District partner to host Farm Field Day
Published on July 8, 2025
Attend the Newaygo County Farm Field Day on Aug. 19 to learn about pest management and scouting, irrigation, grazing management, and updates on NRCS funding opportunities and programs. RUP and CCA credits are available. -
Get your tickets now for the August 2 Breakfast on the Farm event at the MSU Horse Teaching and Research Center
Published on July 3, 2025
Breakfast on the Farm events are free and offer a farm-cooked meal and a morning of fun, educational hands-on learning about agriculture. This year’s event will feature horses and Michigan’s robust equine industry. -
Cold weather and alfalfa silage: Strategies for successful fermentation
Published on June 6, 2025
Low temperatures can be an obstacle when it comes to haylage production, but with optimal management practices, these challenges can be effectively addressed. -
Early season irrigation for small grains and forages
Published on May 22, 2025
Irrigated small grains and alfalfa hay tend to have higher water demands when compared to most field crops and are often overlooked when it comes to timely irrigation. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 22, 2025
Published on May 22, 2025
Wheat is heading out and just starting to flower on some acres. Cool weather slowed down corn and soybean progress.
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