News
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Ag talk: I gave my presentation, but did my farmers listen to me?
Published on December 26, 2019
A good speech will increase your audience's willingness to practice the ideas delivered during your presentation.
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Preliminary organic non-GMO soybean variety trial results are available
Published on December 20, 2019
For the eighth year, Michigan State University reports results of non-GMO soybeans grown on certified organic farms.
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Michigan Family Farms Conference to feature nurturing resilient farms in 2020 and beyond
Published on December 20, 2019
The 17th annual Michigan Family Farms Conference will be Feb. 8, 2020, in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
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New Beginning Farmers series offered online by MSU Extension
Published on December 10, 2019
This convenient and affordable online program is designed to provide an overview of potential farm enterprises and business skills for beginners.
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Curious or concerned about GMOs? Visit MSU’s GMO website for more information.
Published on December 6, 2019
MSU’s GMO website is a regularly updated source for science-based information on GMOs and the genetics, physiology and other aspects related to modern agriculture.
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Soil pore structure key to carbon storage
Published on December 5, 2019
A window to the microbial world of carbon cycling
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New label denoting bioengineered ingredients will soon appear on food items in 2020
Published on December 4, 2019
Starting in 2020, consumers will start to see labels for genetically modified foods on store shelves.
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Field Crops Virtual Breakfast recordings are available for viewing online
Published on November 18, 2019
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast recordings cover topics on crop management, integrated pest management and soil and fertility management.
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Should producers chase after yield?
Published on November 13, 2019
American farmers continually strive for higher yields. Something encouraged by the current pricing structure of raw agricultural products, but is chasing yield necessarily a good thing?
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Considering chestnut production? Come to the 2019 Great Lakes Expo!
Published on November 13, 2019
Growers considering chestnut production should attend the chestnut session at the Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable & Farm Market Expo in Grand Rapids.
