News

Grasses and seeds can be nutritious!

Published on August 28, 2015
Millet, teff and amaranth are high in fiber and protein and taste good too!
Hay fertilizer and lime demonstration in Chippewa County

Published on August 24, 2015
A simple, on-farm demonstration provides a look at the potential for improving yields on hay fields usually managed with low-fertilizer or no-fertilizer inputs.
Top 10 reasons you should attend the 2015 Nutrient Management Update and Plot Tour

Published on August 24, 2015
Improved nutrient management practices designed to enhance profitability and environmental stewardship will be featured at the plot tour on Sept. 9, 2015, at MSU.
Management suggestions for barley yellow dwarf virus control

Published on August 20, 2015
Resistant varieties, weed management and timely planting can all result in limited problems from this occasional disease of small grains.
Tips for storing whole grains

Published on August 18, 2015
Keep these nutritious grains fresh by storing them properly.
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – August 13, 2015

Published on August 13, 2015
Wheat harvest has wrapped up and growers turn their attention to developing corn and beans.
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – July 30, 2015

Published on July 30, 2015
Dry weather is setting up a timely wheat harvest, but other crops face moisture stress.
Healthy food at local convenience stores

Published on July 22, 2015
Read the nutrition facts label to find healthy food items at convenience stores.
Northeast Michigan field crop regional report – July 15, 2015

Published on July 16, 2015
There hasn’t been any late blight confirmed in Michigan potatoes this year. Monitor fields when weather conditions are favorable for disease development.
Summer farmers markets

Published on July 14, 2015
Benefits to shopping at your local farmers market.