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Get ready for the Tri-State Precision Ag Webinar on June 23
Published on May 21, 2020
Join us for the first 2020 Tri-State Precision Ag Day online webinar on June 23 at 6 p.m. -
Hop training
Published on May 21, 2020
Best practices include proper bine selection and training date. -
Bolting in spring vegetables
Published on May 20, 2020
The blame for bolting vegetables is often placed on warm temperatures, but the true trigger is often the cold. -
Key points and resources to keep vegetable farms running during novel coronavirus
Published on May 19, 2020
In this constantly changing environment, here are some resources to help produce farms run while keeping personnel and plants healthy. -
Final organic non-GMO soybean variety trial results are available
Published on May 15, 2020
For the eighth year, Michigan State University reports results of non-GMO soybeans grown on certified organic farms. -
Should I irrigate ahead of the coming freeze?
Published on May 8, 2020
The benefits of irrigating early-sown vegetables depend on weather ahead of the freeze, but soil moisture can help retain heat. -
Freezing temperatures likely across Michigan
Published on May 7, 2020
Cold outbreak brings prolonged freeze risk. -
Managing hop downy mildew in Michigan
Published on May 6, 2020
Downy mildew management requires early and consistent preventative management. -
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. -
Farm safety: COVID-19 health screening requirements for essential employees
Published on April 29, 2020
New health screening requirements for essential employees will help keep our farms safe and ensure that they can keep running during this pandemic.