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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.
Tips for composting in the summertime

Published on June 27, 2024
Tips and tricks to keep in mind when managing your backyard compost pile during the summer.
Harnessing the power of cover crops in fruit systems

Published on June 21, 2024
When people think cover crops, they don’t usually picture orchards or berry fields. But cover crops can have potential benefits in nearly all cropping systems.
Traverse City cherry, apple grower optimistic new climate program will address soil health

Published on June 19, 2024
Raul Gomez, operations manager of Wunsch Farms in Traverse City, said changing climate patterns have shown the importance of accurately applying water and nutrients to the soil.
New prairie strip partial budget tool

Published on June 18, 2024
What does it cost to convert cropland to prairie strips?
Fertigation and sidedress nitrogen applications can protect farm profits and the environment

Published on June 17, 2024
Split nitrogen applications, such as fertigation and sidedress nitrogen, on sandy soils are an essential component to increasing nitrogen use efficiency and mitigating environmental risks.
Water use reporting: Making it easy to record with irrigation scheduling tools

Published on June 14, 2024
As the April 1 deadline for past year water use reporting for irrigation and other large water uses came and went, many producers are reminded of the value of keeping good records within their water management.
MSU team receives $750K to explore climate change mitigation potential of switchgrass

Published on June 13, 2024
The grant is through USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture and the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative.
Aerial application: A sign of spring crop production

Published on June 13, 2024
Aerial applications are valuable for timing pest management regardless of soil conditions.