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Sustainable agricultural practices and findings spotlighted at the second annual KBS LTAR field day

Published on September 17, 2024
The second annual KBS LTAR field day showcased early agronomic and ecological changes in fields managed with advanced conservation strategies while also offering practical tips to make these practices work.
What is the health of my soil? Free soil health testing offered fall 2024

Published on August 22, 2024
Field crop farmers can get two fields tested for soil health with a Michigan State University grant.
Compost in Communities Part 1: A View of Vermicomposting in Kent County

Published on August 22, 2024
This article is the first in a series exploring a variety of compost systems and their benefits to local communities. This exploration into vermicomposting examines the benefits of using worms in composting.
MSU researchers develop low-cost sensors to help farmers irrigate more efficiently, manage diseases

Published on August 14, 2024
Scientists have developed a system called LOCOMOS to monitor irrigation efficiency.
Register now for the Organic Vegetable Production Workshop and Crop Walk

Published on July 29, 2024
If you’re a small-to-medium sized diversified vegetable grower, you won’t want to miss this summer event.
The 35th annual Michigan Viticulture Field Day and inaugural Michigan Enology Experience are approaching

Published on July 23, 2024
Early bird registration has been extended to July 25! Don’t miss Michigan State University’s famous field day and steak dinner on July 31. We are now adding a second day just for the wine makers.
Michigan State University researchers seek farmer innovations on soil nutrient management practices

Published on July 22, 2024
The information you share in this survey will help MSU researchers identify best management practices to balance nutrients in the soil.
Scheduling tools help irrigators get the most out of rainfall

Published on July 22, 2024
Michigan and Indiana will often get rainfall in late June and early July to the extent it will refill the root zone for corn and soybeans.
Managing post-harvest rots in vegetables

Published on July 18, 2024
Implement best practices during the growing season, at-harvest and post-harvest for reducing spoilage losses during storage.
Farmers needed for climate change impact on Michigan field crops farms

Published on July 17, 2024
A statewide MSU research project is now accepting enrollment.