News

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.
EPA ruling on Chlorpyrifos tolerances

Published on August 31, 2021
EPA is revoking all tolerances for residues of chlorpyrifos.
Bug Bites: An Intermediate-level seminar series on greenhouse biological control

Published on August 30, 2021
Tune in every Tuesday in September to get your biocontrol questions answered by industry experts.
Tax planning in the summer? Starting early could yield results

Published on August 26, 2021
Taking the time to evaluate your tax situation now can yield big dividends when you finalize your tax management plan at the end of the year.
Chlorpyrifos banned on food crops

Published on August 23, 2021
Chlorpyrifos use on all food crops is being banned, thus it will not be available to growers in spring 2022.
Addressing labor challenges together

Published on August 17, 2021
Help us understand the current workforce needs of agricultural operations across Michigan.
MSU Extension releases new budgeting tool for all crops

Published on August 9, 2021
MSU planning tools help make well-informed decisions, a critical part of succeeding in today’s farm economy.
UPREC to host Organic Vegetable Field Day

Published on July 28, 2021
Event will feature mechanical weed control, vegetable variety trials
Cucumber downy mildew disease confirmed in Michigan

Published on July 16, 2021
First detection in 2021 made in Saginaw County.
Potato field day to be held Aug. 5 at Montcalm Research Center

Published on July 6, 2021
Michigan State University and the Michigan Potato Industry Commission are hosting a potato field day at the Montcalm Research Center in Lakeview, Michigan, on Thursday, Aug. 5 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.