News
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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. -
Armyworm alert in northern Michigan and Upper Peninsula
Published on July 18, 2018
There is a widespread outbreak of armyworms across Michigan’s northern Lower Peninsula and Upper Peninsula. -
Oat varieties and production featured at July 19 Oat Field Day
Published on July 13, 2018
The trials have been managed organically, but the varietal differences will interest all growers. Don’t miss this free Oat Field Day in Hickory Corners on July 19. -
When should I harvest my small grain forage?
Published on July 3, 2018
Decide what balance you need between yield and quality, then watch those peas-and-oats (or other small grain forages) closely to harvest them at the desired growth stage. -
Educational program offered to help manage challenges where forests and farms co-exist
Published on June 4, 2018
Forests and Farms event will help producers utilize their natural resources to maximize on-farm profitability. -
Don’t become another deadly statistic
Published on May 23, 2018
Farm safety is even more critical when employee numbers are down and farmers are asking more of everyone, even their children. -
Meeting grain requirements for your daily diet
Published on May 22, 2018
Get creative with your daily diet and find new, fun recipes to meet nutritional daily values. -
Connect with MSU campus specialists each week via the MSUE Field Crops Virtual Breakfast
Published on May 4, 2018
The May 3, 2018, virtual breakfast is now online. Listen to an online recording or call in live, early on Thursday mornings. -
2018 Status of herbicide-resistant weeds in Michigan
Published on April 24, 2018
One new case of herbicide resistance was identified in Michigan from the 2017 growing season. -
Tax laws and their impacts on farms in 2018
Published on April 12, 2018
A breakfast meeting on April 17 in St. Joseph County will focus on various tax laws, including the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, and how they will impact farmers in 2018. The meeting will also be available online.