News

Farmers facing isolation – stay connected, it’s good for you

Published on May 1, 2020
The inherent nature of the agricultural occupation is independent. Isolation is often linked to impacts on mental health and loss of life by suicide.
Creating a weed management plan for hemp

Published on April 30, 2020
Weed control in hemp will require careful planning.
Specialty Crop Irrigation: A video alternative to educational meetings

Published on April 29, 2020
With the growing interest in vegetable production, whether a truck farm, an integrated local goods production program or a new alternative crop like hemp, irrigation is a major factor in success.
Michigan pesticide applicators receive temporary emergency license extension

Published on April 21, 2020
Governor Whitmer’s Executive Order 2020-52, released April 17, 2020, grants certain pesticide applicators a temporary extension of their expired applicator’s certificate during the current declared states of emergency and disaster.
Getting “In the Weeds” on hemp production in Michigan

Published on April 8, 2020
Michigan Field Crops “In the Weeds” podcast third series explores hemp production.
Agriculture support labs still open for business, with modifications

Published on April 1, 2020
As the pandemic of COVID-19, the infectious disease caused by novel coronavirus, impacts farmers’ ability to get ready for planting season, labs and other support aids remain open with limitations.
Plant and soil service labs open during COVID-19 shutdowns

Published on March 30, 2020
MSU’s Plant & Pest Diagnostics and Soil and Plant Nutrient Laboratory remain open during “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order.
Protecting yourself and your farm employees from COVID-19

Published on March 27, 2020
Considerations to help producers protect themselves, their families and employees from novel coronavirus, the virus that causes the infectious disease COVID-19.
Field Crops Webinar Series: Hemp production in Michigan

Published on March 12, 2020
Part seven of the Field Crops Webinar Series focuses on considerations for hemp production in Michigan in 2020.
New hemp session added to Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days program

Published on January 23, 2020
From sourcing seeds to post-harvest needs, learn what it takes to grow industrial hemp during the Southwest Michigan Horticulture Days, Feb. 5-6, 2020.