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Fueling the Future: Potential Biomass Crops for Michigan

Published on September 1, 2017
Many different biomasses can be used for energy. This bulletin will explain what biomasses can be used for energy.
Growing the Future: Switchgrass Management for Ethanol

Published on September 1, 2017
Switchgrass is a native perennial grass that has been selected as a model lignocellulosic feedstock for biofuel production. This is intended to provide Michigan growers with information on establishing and maintaining a switchgrass stand in a suitable way.
Switchgrass as a Biofuel for Michigan

Published on September 1, 2017
This document outlines the possibility of Switchgrass as a Biofuel for Michigan
Building and Managing Bee Hotels for Wild Bees

Published on June 21, 2017
In addition to their role for increasing bee abundance, building bee hotels can be educational and fun for people learning about wild bees.
'Samurai' A New Otebo Bean Variety for Michigan and Ontario

Published on April 19, 2017
A description of the characteristics of a new dry bean variety, Samurai Otebo bean.
Getting started with crop nutrient management webinar

Published on April 4, 2017
Getting started with crop nutrient management.
High-Yielding Irrigated Soybean Production - North Central USA Soybean Benchmarking Project

Published on February 6, 2017
This presentation details a multi-state soybean benchmarking project using grower data to identify practices that close yield gaps and improve input efficiency in irrigated systems.
Agronomic Practices for Irrigated Corn Production

Published on January 30, 2017
This presentation outlines agronomic strategies for irrigated corn, stressing resilience to weather, precision ag tools, and managing limiting factors like compaction and drainage.
Field Crop Production: Cultivating Sustainable Field Crop and Forage Systems

Published on December 22, 2016
Michigan is unique in its diversity of fresh water resources, climate zones and soil textures.
Field Crop Production: Field Crop Research and Education Delivered Locally

Published on December 22, 2016
In 2015, MSU Extension conducted over 290 field crop programs, reaching approximately 6,600 farmers and agribusiness professionals from 71 counties across the state.
Avoiding Winter Injury to Alfalfa

Published on November 17, 2016
Alfalfa stands in Michigan are sometimes injured during the winter. The most common weather-related causes of winter injury are extremely low or fluctuating temperatures, persistent ice sheeting, and lack of snow cover.
'Zenith': A New Black Bean Variety for Michigan (E3248)

Published on October 20, 2016
New upright full-season black bean variety suited for direct harvest. Highest yielding black bean variety in five years of testing. Matures in 100 days, similar to ‘Zorro’. Exhibits uniform maturity coupled with good dry down similar to ‘Zorro’.
'Alpena': A New Navy Bean Variety for Michigan (E3249)

Published on October 19, 2016
New upright full-season navy bean variety suited for direct harvest. Exhibits uniform maturity coupled with good plant dry down at maturity. Matures in 99 days ahead of most current navy bean varieties. Suited for northern production areas.
Sustainable Crop Removal: Maintaining Soil Quality

Published on September 28, 2016
Agricultural biomass, the aboveground plant material that is not grain, is being looked to as a promising renewable energy source for heat and power, ethanol, syngas and bio-oil.
Managing your Farm to Increase Weed Seed Predation

Published on September 28, 2016
In Michigan agriculture, herbicide applications in combination with tillage and cultivation are a common approach to reduce weed infestations.
Fusarium Root Rot of Common Beans

Published on September 22, 2016
Soilborne fungal pathogens are widespread throughout dry bean and snap bean production areas.
Manure Applicator Calibration

Published on September 22, 2016
Manure application is a critical component of any livestock production system.
Feeding Strategies to Lower Nitrogen and Phosphorus Levels in Manure

Published on September 22, 2016
Rations must contain adequate amounts of nutrients to meet the needs for maintenance, pregnancy, growth, and other productive functions
Land Application of Manure and Environmentally Sensitive Field Characteristics

Published on September 22, 2016
Manure should be applied at rates where nutrients can be effectively utilized by the crop to be grown.
Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plans (CNMP)

Published on September 22, 2016
A Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan (CNMP) is a total planning tool that details the animal production related activities for a specific farming operation.