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2024 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast kickoff to highlight early season weed control
Published on March 14, 2024
Spring is here and so is the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series! Join us March 21 for the best management recommendations to start your season off well. -
Cover crop use in Michigan, reflecting on the 2022 Census of Agriculture
Published on March 13, 2024
The 2022 Census of Agriculture results reveal latest trends in cover crop use in Michigan. -
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants
Published on March 8, 2024
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you. -
Improve your drone spraying skills at the Michigan Spray Drone Spring Fly-in Workshop
Published on March 6, 2024
This April event will be for any drone pilots interested in improving their spraying prowess. -
MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series kicks off seventh season March 21, 2024
Published on February 29, 2024
The weekly online program provides timely, relevant information to keep field crop farmers and consultants up to date with rapidly changing crop conditions, pests, diseases and environmental conditions during the growing season. -
Dirt to Glass conference returns to Traverse City August 22-23, 2024
Published on February 29, 2024
Dirt to Glass offers cutting-edge information and tools for grape growers and wine producers to elevate their expertise. Led by industry leaders and academics, participants gain valuable insights on sustainability, soil health and winemaking practices. -
MSU Extension Field Crops Webinar Series continues February 19 with drainage considerations for soil health and water quality
Published on February 12, 2024
Ehsan Ghane and Monica Jean of MSU Extension will discuss how drainage and soil health are linked with water quality. -
Controlling erosion with cover crops
Published on February 9, 2024
Stop losing your most valuable asset. Plant cover crops. -
MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference kicks off February 19, 2024
Published on February 8, 2024
Focused on raising and growing food and animals, the MI Ag Ideas to Grow With Conference offers a multitude of topics and opportunities for attendees. -
New MSU research details how analyzing historical crop yields can reveal key soil health insights
Published on January 18, 2024
An MSU-led team used a novel analytical method known as yield stability zones to show the relationship between crop yield and soil health. The results can help farmers lower input costs and increase yield, while lessening environmental impact.