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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MSU Extension to host Agriculture for Tomorrow conference
Published on February 19, 2020
Bay College in Escanaba will host the 14th annual conference focused on current issues and new ideas for agriculture in the Upper Peninsula.
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Results are in for the 2019 Michigan spring malting barley trial
Published on January 22, 2020
A spring malting barley variety trial was carried out across three Michigan locations as part of the Eastern Spring Barley Nursery project.
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MSU seeks farmer input on wildlife damage to crops
Published on September 10, 2019
Researchers at Michigan State University are looking to identify wildlife management priorities for agriculture.
Events
There are no events at this time.
UPREC is suspending in-person Extension programs, community events and walk-in services in response to the novel coronavirus. We are still open to serve the public at 906-439-5114 (office), 989-225-3221 (cell) or dedecke5@msu.edu.