News
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Understanding regulations regarding hemp cannabinoid testing
Published on January 16, 2020
An important and required step in growing hemp in Michigan is to submit samples for THC analysis, but there is confusion about what needs to be tested and reported.
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MSU Extension to present at statewide hemp conference
Published on January 9, 2020
MSU Extension specialists and educators will present several talks on research efforts and related topics at the Midwest iHemp Expo in Lansing on Jan. 10-11, 2020.
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Field Crops Webinar Series starts February 2020
Published on January 7, 2020
The Field Crops Webinar Series will help growers and agribusiness professionals prepare for the 2020 growing season.
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Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days set for Feb. 5-6, 2020
Published on December 30, 2019
Attend educational sessions on grapes, blueberries, tree fruits, vegetables and, new to 2020, hemp.
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Michigan Family Farms Conference to feature nurturing resilient farms in 2020 and beyond
Published on December 20, 2019
The 17th annual Michigan Family Farms Conference will be Feb. 8, 2020, in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
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New Beginning Farmers series offered online by MSU Extension
Published on December 10, 2019
This convenient and affordable online program is designed to provide an overview of potential farm enterprises and business skills for beginners.
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Field Crops Virtual Breakfast recordings are available for viewing online
Published on November 18, 2019
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast recordings cover topics on crop management, integrated pest management and soil and fertility management.
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How do I find pesticide education resources, review manuals and applicator tests?
Published on November 18, 2019
Use these frequently asked questions to find Worker Protection Standards (WPS) resources, purchase pesticide applicator review manuals, and sign up for MDARD pesticide applicator test.
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Should producers chase after yield?
Published on November 13, 2019
American farmers continually strive for higher yields. Something encouraged by the current pricing structure of raw agricultural products, but is chasing yield necessarily a good thing?
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Trouble controlling weeds? Submit seeds for herbicide resistance screening.
Published on October 23, 2019
Submit seeds to MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics to determine if herbicide resistance is impacting your farm.
