News
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New growing degree-day maps on Enviro-weather
Published on May 24, 2016
Interpreting the newly revised growing degree-day maps on MSU Enviro-weather. -
Early-season insect risk checklist for field crops
Published on May 20, 2016
Certain conditions may result in an increased risk of early-season pest insect infestation in some fields. -
Foliar applications of azoxystrobin for Rhizoctonia control in sugarbeets
Published on May 16, 2016
Best timing for foliar applications of azoxystrobin for Rhizoctonia control in sugarbeets depends on growth stage, soil moisture and temperature, and weather. -
Michigan’s Thumb area field crop regional report – May 12, 2016
Published on May 12, 2016
Planting remains in high gear for most of the Thumb region. -
Factors to consider for sugarbeet replanting
Published on May 12, 2016
Sugarbeet replanting decisions are always difficult due to multiple factors ranging from population, plant health and timing of replants. -
West central Michigan field crop regional report – April 28, 2016
Published on April 28, 2016
Spring work was getting underway across central Michigan, but is now stalled by rain. -
Marketing update scheduled for thumb
Published on April 19, 2016
Grain and dairy markets will be the focus of a meeting set for Tuesday, April 26 from 10 a.m. – noon. Farms can attend the live session or log in for a live web-feed. -
Healthy soils provide foundation for healthy food production
Published on April 12, 2016
Farmers will discover what makes a healthy soil and management practices for healthy soils at Agriculture Innovation Day on Aug. 24, 2016, in Frankenmuth, Michigan. -
Upper Peninsula farmer shares suggestions for newer farmers based on lifetime experience
Published on March 1, 2016
It can pay off to listen to advice from experienced, successful farmers. -
Potential sources of labor: Are these in your future plans?
Published on February 29, 2016
Farms should think about different strategies to fill their labor needs in 2016 and beyond. Consider any and all of these options and strategies to obtain needed workers in the future.