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Plan now for corn silage success – Part 1: Hybrid selection

Published on March 8, 2017
Hybrid selection, crop nutrient planning and flexible harvest management can pay off at harvest and feeding time.
Field Crops Webinar on corn nitrogen products and timing March 13, 2017

Published on March 7, 2017
Understanding the pros and cons of different nitrogen fertilizers and how application timing impacts yield is crucial to successful corn production.
Are homemade pesticides legal?

Published on March 6, 2017
Homemade solutions to crop pests are nothing new, but are they legal?
Squash bugs as pests of cucurbits in Michigan

Published on March 5, 2017
Squash bug is a pest of cucurbits that show up as isolated hotspots in certain fields.
Michigan’s unreported large quantity water withdrawal registration initiative and related workshops

Published on March 5, 2017
MDEQ offers an opportunity for never before registered large quantity water users to register withdrawals and area workshops allow producers to start the process.
Worried about cover crop termination? Interested in the latest cover crop developments?

Published on March 1, 2017
The Midwest Cover Crop Council Conference, March 15, 2017, offers researcher and farmer perspectives on cover crop use, termination and establishment in row crops, vegetables and forage/grazing. There’s still time to register!
Making press releases reflect your company’s truth

Published on February 28, 2017
Every business will need to issue a press release at some time. Speaking with one, clear voice, will allow your company to avoid public confusion.
Choosing the right small wind electric or solar photovoltaic system for your farm

Published on February 28, 2017
Extension experts to provide guidance to Michigan farmers at upcoming conference.
Inside the cooperative board room: Seeking procedural excellence

Published on February 28, 2017
Cooperative boards of directors are ultimately responsible for their own financial health. Success can be achieved by understanding the co-op’s mission and respectful discussion at the board level within an agreed upon framework.
Chestnut Orchard Establishment Workshop

Published on February 27, 2017
Join us to learn about commercial chestnut production in Michigan this April 2017!