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Moisture stress and high temperature effects on soybean yields

Published on July 9, 2020
How soybeans respond to moisture stress and how yield is reduced by stress occurring at various growth stages.
Sign up today for four summer greenhouse online courses

Published on May 11, 2020
Now through June 13, 2020, you can sign up for the new Abiotic Disorders of Greenhouse Crops course and three other greenhouse courses: Greenhouse and Horticultural Lighting, Biological Control for Greenhouse Growers, and Floriculture Root Zone Management.
Registration for online summer root zone management course now open

Published on May 11, 2020
Participants will learn about water quality, plant nutrition and irrigation management in this three-month, self-paced online course. Registration closes June 13, 2020.
Early-season weed control is important

Published on April 23, 2020
Not starting with a clean field can reduce yields.
Repairing harvest ruts this spring

Published on April 16, 2020
Recommendations for repairing harvest ruts prior to planting without causing further soil compaction.
Updated cover crop termination publication available for 2020

Published on April 2, 2020
Evaluate your cover crop termination strategy with this updated for 2020 publication.
September fertilization and rust on turf

Published on September 12, 2019
Stretches of dry and hot weather this summer resulted in some lawns being stressed and slow to recover. Fertilizer applications in September will ensure the turf maintains density and competes with pests such as weeds and rust.
Thin soybean stands can produce surprisingly high yields

Published on May 29, 2019
Consider this information when making soybean replant decisions.
Soybean producers should be patient yet prudent about the wet weather

Published on May 9, 2019
Waiting for good soil and weather conditions and making plans for speeding up planting operations will benefit soybean producers this spring.
Scaling up to wholesale

Published on February 8, 2019
A day-long workshop for small farmers interested in integrating wholesale markets into their sales channels.
Free webinar: Nutrient application planning with the Michigan EnviroImpact Tool

Published on January 9, 2019
Learn how to use a free decision support tool for short-term planning of manure application.
Farmers growing produce commonly eaten raw will be contacting water testing labs about new rule

Published on November 7, 2018
The Food Safety Modernization Act requires quantitative E. coli testing of water used on produce farms. Growers will be looking for local labs.
Harvesting grapes after fall frost

Published on October 29, 2018
Early fall frosts continue to encroach on the growing season. What does this trend mean for northwest Michigan vineyards?
Considerations for meat processors cutting venison to prevent the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease

Published on October 24, 2018
Protocol for meat processors to follow when cutting and further processing venison this hunting season.
Pesticide applicator recertification credits available before the end of the year

Published on October 4, 2018
Growers needing a few more credits in 2018 have until Dec. 31 to complete the online Desire to Learn IPM course.
Brown spot needle blight symptoms are showing up in Scots pine

Published on August 31, 2018
Browning and early needle loss caused by brown spot needle blight is showing up on infected Scots pine, making Christmas trees unsalable.
Researcher Q&A: Ron Bates - Making a difference, living his dream

Published on August 15, 2018
Ron Bates's ultimate goal is to provide the best service possible to Michigan residents through MSU Extension.
Drought and potassium deficiency in corn and soybeans

Published on July 26, 2018
Potassium regulates the opening and closing of plant stomata. Consequently, crops with insufficient potassium are much more susceptible to drought.
Heat stress in cattle: Recognizing the signs and tips to keep your cattle cool

Published on July 5, 2018
Given the current high temperatures, cattle could be under heat stress. It’s important to know the signs so producers can manage and reduce livestock heat stress.
Good hygiene is important for exhibitors and the public when working with swine exhibits

Published on June 12, 2018
Disease can spread quickly when pigs from different areas are comingled at events like county fairs and jackpot shows.