Wildlife Management
Wildlife management on the farm is key to maintaining quality and yield. It is also a major requirement of farm food safety plans. The Wildlife Damage Management Series for Midwestern Farmers provides growers the tools to identify and mitigate damage as well as information regarding the various agencies that regulate wildlife.
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Wildlife Damage Management Series for Midwestern Farmers, Voles
Published on March 22, 2019
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Wildlife Damage Management Series for Midwestern Farmers, White-tailed Deer
Published on March 22, 2019
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Wildlife Damage Management Series for Midwestern Farmers, Birds
Published on March 22, 2019
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Wildlife Damage Management Series for Midwestern Farmers, Coyotes
Published on March 22, 2019
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Wildlife Damage Management Series for Midwestern Farmers, Sandhill Cranes
Published on March 22, 2019
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Wildlife Damage Management Series for Midwestern Farmers, Crows
Published on March 22, 2019
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Wildlife Damage Management Series for Midwestern Farmers, Black Bear
Published on March 22, 2019
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Wildlife Damage Management Series for Midwestern Farmers, Wild Turkeys
Published on March 22, 2019
Preharvest Wildlife Scouting
Wildlife activity on the farm is a huge food safety risk, which is why it's crucial to scout your fields for animal damage prior to harvest. This interactive video leads you through a simulated preharvest wildlife assessment. Here, you can choose which areas you to scout within your carrot field, and make a decision on what to harvest based off of your observations.
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Avipel Project and Sandhill Crane Q&A
Published on April 12, 2019
MSU Extension is seeking farms to participate in a trial Avipel crane seed treatment. Learn more about the opportunity and frequently asked questions about the product.
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Avipel Crane Deterrent Seed Treatment
Published on April 12, 2019
In this video, learn more about Avipel and its usefulness in managing sandhill cranes.
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Crane Management
Published on April 11, 2019
Learn about crane biology, the damage cranes can cause for crops, and effective management strategies.
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Farmer Interviews About Crane Management
Published on April 11, 2019
In this video, farmers who have had experience with sandhill crane damage and management strategies share what they have learned using non-lethal deterrents and depredation permits.
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Deer Management
Published on April 10, 2019
Learn how crop producers can manage deer to minimize crop loss and which species are under the DNR's jurisdiction.
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Farmer Interviews About Deer Management
Published on April 9, 2019
Learn about deer depredation hunting permits from farmers who have had experience with deer damage in the past.
News
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Getting the most out of your post-wheat cover crops on Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series
Published on July 23, 2024
Brook Wilke from the Kellogg Biological Station will talk cover crops on the Aug. 1 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with tips to improve your grainy photos
Published on July 19, 2024
Taking good pictures is essential for correct pest identification. Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on August 8 to learn how to take photos that allow experts to better identify pests and weeds. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with mid-season hot topics
Published on July 15, 2024
You’ve got a question? The MSU Extension field crops team has answers! Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on July 25 for mid-season hot topics. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with tar spot and white mold recommendations
Published on July 11, 2024
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on July 18 will feature MSU Extension field crop pathologist Marty Chilvers discussing tar spot and white mold management considerations. -
Wild weather for hay - The effects of weather on forage harvest
Published on July 8, 2024
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on July 11 when Kim Cassida, MSU Extension forage and cover crops specialist will discuss how weather can impact the hay harvest.