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Potato field day to be held Aug. 5 at Montcalm Research Center

Published on July 6, 2021
Michigan State University and the Michigan Potato Industry Commission are hosting a potato field day at the Montcalm Research Center in Lakeview, Michigan, on Thursday, Aug. 5 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Consider drought-motivated irrigation purchases carefully

Published on June 8, 2021
Hot, dry summers sometimes result in quick irrigation investment decisions that may be regretted
Irrigation an important tool for increasing profits, managing risk and utilizing applied nutrients

Published on May 4, 2021
Irrigation plays an important role in Michigan agriculture, contributing the rich diversity of crops grown and ensuring that short-term water deficits do not reduce yields and quality of crops produced.
Fall and winter drought could cause challenges in crops

Published on April 22, 2021
Below normal precipitation during the fall and winter has resulted in a decline in groundwater levels. Producers need to prepare for potential challenges, especially if they irrigate crops.
Cover crop termination timing to help manage soil moisture

Published on April 19, 2021
Timing of cover crop termination can have significant benefits in wet and dry springs.
MSU researcher awarded grant to develop low-cost sensor monitoring system for Great Lakes farmers

Published on February 17, 2021
Younsuk Dong, specialist in the MSU Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, is leading a project to make sensors more accessible for farmers in Michigan and Indiana.
Irrigate all the way to the end

Published on September 9, 2020
August drought conditions will have many irrigating into September.
July/August corn water needs

Published on July 30, 2020
The water needs of corn peak in July and taper off in August as we near dent stage.
Million-dollar rain

Published on July 23, 2020
What is 1 inch of rainfall worth to irrigators at peak time of importance?
MSU researcher finds new ways to support global crop production

Published on July 1, 2020
Ajit Srivastava develops solar technologies for drip irrigation systems and tractors powered by solar energy to help smallholder farmers in Burkina Faso increase crop production.