Established 1899
The Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center (UPREC) was established in 1899 and serves as the hub for integrated crop and livestock research for Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Applied research on pasture-based cattle management practices and cropping rotations is conducted in the unique environment of the U.P. Grass-based beef finishing, utilization of cover crops, hoophouse farming, season extension and soil health studies are keystone research elements on the farm. Outreach efforts focus on expanding knowledge of local food systems by educating producers and fostering market opportunities. Complementary agronomic studies at the 1,262-acre site focus on forages and small grains. The center also coordinates field trials on potato varieties and corn varieties throughout the Upper Peninsula region.
News
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Save the dates for 2019 MSU research center field days
Published on May 23, 2019
The public is invited to learn about the research work of Michigan State University around the state during the upcoming 2019 MSU AgBioResearch field days.
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Spotlight on agricultural education: Linking the school garden to the farm
Published on November 21, 2018
Teaching students about the seed cycle, commercial food production and careers in agriculture.
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Spotlight on agricultural education: Practicing non-formal agricultural education in rural schools
Published on November 21, 2018
When the FFA program is not available in your area, what other options exist?
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Serving Upper Peninsula agriculture and communities
Published on October 1, 2018
In the last five years, the Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center in Chatham, Michigan, has reconfigured its mission to serve the needs of Upper Peninsula farmers and communities through place-based research, education and outreach programs.
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Michigan State University scientists to showcase latest in agricultural research
Published on May 8, 2018
Members of Michigan’s agriculture industry and local residents are invited to attend the upcoming research field days at Michigan State University’s outlying research facilities throughout the state this summer.
