Previous Year Session Recordings
Since 2001, the MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference has been held. Sessions were recorded and made available for viewing even after the events had concluded.
Video recordings can be found below, organized by date (newest to oldest) or by using the navigation to the right either by year or some specific categories.
Session Recordings
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Risk Management Options for Specialty Crop Growers
Published on March 1, 2023
Learn the basics of insurance options for specialty crop producers and how its use can benefit your farm. Gain a better understanding of the differences between insurance policies, how each provides protection, and examine the advantages they offer.
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Small Flock Poultry Management
Published on February 28, 2023
Raising chickens can be a fun activity for families regardless of if they live on a “farm” or not. In this session you will learn basics of poultry management that will set you on the right path to keeping your birds healthy, happy, and productive!
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A Game of 20 Questions…Diagnosing Herbicide Injury in Field Crops
Published on February 28, 2023
Solving the mystery behind herbicide injury requires observation and fact finding. Learn specific sources of herbicide injury based on real cases from the MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics over the past several years.
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Designing cropping systems for healthier soils, improved biodiversity, and more profit
Published on February 28, 2023
Learn how designing and evaluating cropping systems and practices can lead to improved production and profit while also generating positive environmental and sustainability outcomes.
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Forage Production 101
Published on February 28, 2023
The basics of good forage production covered in this presentation will be good for beginner and intermediate forage growers looking for guidance concerning forage types and the associated markets, fertility, and seed selection.
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Making the Most of Drones in Agriculture
Published on February 28, 2023
Join this session to learn more about utilizing drones for scouting and spraying crops.
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Getting Started with Beekeeping
Published on February 27, 2023
The Michigan Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference offers multiple educational opportunities, including a session for people interested in learning to keep honey bees and support pollinator health. (RUP credits available)
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WATER DAY: Large Volume water use registration and its role in protecting water resources?
Published on February 27, 2023
Michigan Large Volume Water Use (LVWU) registration system has had several new developments and changes. Andy Lebaron will highlight some important chance and explain the registration program effort to protect water resources.
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WATER DAY: Is Michigan’s Large Volume water use affecting Natural Resources?
Published on February 27, 2023
New large volume water use registrations are only issued if the withdrawal won't cause adverse resource impacts. However, many of Michigan's highest irrigated watersheds have run out of allocations. What does this mean for Michigan’s natural resources?
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WATER DAY: 2022 Irrigation - A Year in Review
Published on February 27, 2023
2022 Weather, rainfall, crop water needs, and a look at last season compared to the long term trends.
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WATER DAY: Water Policy, Quantity, and Withdrawal: Nationally and in the Great Lakes
Published on February 27, 2023
Foundations of our current water law and policy, trends in water use and withdrawal, and some comparisons between Michigan, the Great Lakes, and the western US.
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WATER DAY: Recommendations for Improving Irrigation Water Use Efficiency
Published on February 27, 2023
This presentation will discuss a number of best management practices that can help to improve irrigation water use efficiency. In addition, the ongoing USDA NRCS Irrigation project will be discussed.
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WATER DAY: Mole Drains: A Cheap Alternative to Subsurface Tile Drainage
Published on February 27, 2023
Mole drains are a cheap alternative to subsurface tile drainage in heavy clay soil. Learn about why you may want to install them, features, site suitability, when to install, and life expectancy of mole drains.
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Water Day: Dealing with Heavy Rainfall
Published on February 27, 2023
With heavy rainfall, crops could get damaged from too much water. Learn about the practices you can use to protect your crop from excess water damage.
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Presenter Panel Discussion of the Week's Pest Topics
Published on March 25, 2022
Attendees submitted questions to the expert panel of presenters from the week's fruit sessions. The panel spent the Friday hour answering attendee submitted questions based on the week's topics.
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Key Wildlife Pests of Fruit and How to Promote and Protect Pollinators in Fruit Systems
Published on March 24, 2022
Learn more about key wildlife pests to be on the lookout for as well as how you can promote and protect pollinators on your operation.
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Key Insect Pests and Diseases of Small Fruits
Published on March 23, 2022
Diseases and pests can show up quickly to ruin fruit crops. This video will help you learn the basics, including management strategies, for important small fruit diseases and pests common in our region.
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Key Insect Pests and Diseases of Tree Fruits
Published on March 22, 2022
Diseases, and pests can show up quickly to ruin fruit crops. This session will help you learn the basics, including management strategies, for important tree fruit diseases and pests common in our region.
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Pro-Active Stored Grain Management
Published on March 22, 2022
Learn methods for pro-actively managing your stored grain.
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Grain Fumigation Methods and Safety Procedures
Published on March 22, 2022
Fumigation Supply and Services will share methods for safely fumigating grain.