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All about collard greens: Handling, preparing and storing
Published on November 19, 2021
Learn about choosing, handling, preparing and preserving your collard greens during the busy holiday season. -
Production of biochar
Published on November 18, 2021
Webinar Thursday November 18 -
Plant-eating nematodes and the key to fighting them
Published on November 3, 2021
Plant roots interact with many bacteria, fungi and microscopic organisms within the soil that can impact how well the plants grow. Some of these microscopic organisms are nematodes, and they are an especially important part of the life in the soil. -
Biochar: Webinar series from the Great Lakes Biochar Network
Published on October 27, 2021
First webinar is Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021. -
Soil health assessment tool now available for Michigan farmers
Published on October 13, 2021
In-field tool tracks soil health improvements. -
New MSU podcast focuses on agriculture and wildlife interactions
Published on October 12, 2021
The MSU Ag and Wildlife Podcast explores the complex nature of agriculture and wildlife interactions in Michigan. -
Online tool highlighting Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources released
Published on October 6, 2021
The Map of Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources includes videos, links and program descriptions for over 75 programs to assist beginning and aspiring farmers searching for land, credit, teaching farms, conferences and more. -
Planning for irrigation expansion starts now
Published on September 20, 2021
High commodity prices and short stints of drought have many producers thinking about expanding irrigation. -
Free texting service helps growers teach workers about produce safety
Published on September 16, 2021
To help growers and supervisors overcome produce safety challenges, MSU Extension has created a free farm worker-focused, on-farm produce safety texting service. -
Protecting Michigan’s environment and wildlife through the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program
Published on September 1, 2021
The program offers financial benefits for farmers and landowners and environmental improvements for Michigan.