-
Date:2014/03/10
Now is a good time for you to do a quick evaluation of your costs for making milk during the past year as you finish up your 2013 farm financial information.
Posted on February 9, 2014 by Dennis Stein, Michigan State University Extension
...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Consumers are most interested in locally produced plants and biodegradable or compostable pots.
Posted on February 7, 2014 by Heidi Wollaeger, Michigan State University Extension
Sustainable. Eco-friendly. Local. Organic. Native. Non-invas...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Academy helps farmers and gardeners with pest management decisions and more.
Posted on February 7, 2014 by Rob Sirrine, Michigan State University Extension
Are you a farmer or gardener interested in pest and disease management? Do you need...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Michigan State University Extension to offer “Getting started with hops production” webinar.
Posted on February 7, 2014 by Rob Sirrine, Michigan State University Extension
Interest in hop production in the Great Lakes Region has increased ...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Sunscald happens to almost any fruit and vegetable and can be a serious problem before and after harvest with results just as economically devastating as disease or insect damage.
Posted on February 7, 2014 by Ron Goldy, Michigan State Universit...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Series of irrigation workshops will help growers reap the benefits of efficient use of irrigation.
Posted on February 7, 2014 by Ben Phillips, Michigan State University Extension
Cut and shaped by multiple glaciation periods, Michigan has ...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Livestock producers looking to spread manure this winter should look into these resources.
Posted on February 7, 2014 by Shelby Bollwahn, and Jerry May, Michigan State University Extension
From a manure management standpoint, when and wher...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Gabe Brown, North Dakota holistic multi-species cover crop grazing rancher coming will speak at ANR Week.
Posted on February 7, 2014 by Jerry Lindquist, Michigan State University Extension
The 2014 Great Lakes Forage and Grazing Conference...
-
Date:2014/03/10
For more than 20 years, farm land values have continued to move higher, mirroring the changes in commodity prices and interest rates. These double digit increases will need to slow.
Posted on February 7, 2014 by Dennis Stein, Michigan State Univ...
-
Date:2014/03/10
The December 2013 Michigan State University Extension Oil and Gas Newsletter discusses a correction to mineral owner contracts, an MDNR FAQ session and royalty negotiations.
Posted on February 7, 2014 by Curtis Talley, Jr., Michigan State Unive...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Green light is considered the least efficient wavelength in the visible spectrum for photosynthesis, but it is still useful in photosynthesis and regulates plant architecture.
Posted on February 6, 2014 by Heidi Wollaeger, Michigan State Univers...
-
Date:2014/03/10
With honey bee declines recorded around the world, how do bumble bees compare on outdoor vine crops?
Posted on February 6, 2014 by Ben Phillips, Michigan State University Extension
Bumble bees in cucumbers and watermelons
In North Carolina...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Crop insurance for fresh produce is often taken for granted until it is sorely needed. Growers are urged to look into their fresh produce crop insurance coverage to ensure adequate coverage.
Posted on February 6, 2014 by Phil Tocco, Michigan Sta...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Done right, water testing is an effective way to verify water used on fresh produce is safe for use. Little things can have a big impact on this. Consider some fine points when taking water samples.
Posted on February 6, 2014 by Phil Tocco, Mich...
-
Date:2014/03/10
The pesticide manual review sessions are intended to help participants prepare for the MDARD pesticide certification exam. Review sessions will take place Feb. 27 in Ionia County and March 12 in Eaton County.
Posted on February 6, 2014 by George...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Current and potential berry growers are invited to attend this workshop on March 20-21 to learn about the production of day-neutral strawberries and culture of raspberries using protective structures.
Posted on February 5, 2014 by Eric Hanson, M...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Nursery growers will be updated on the latest research-based information to deal with climate change. MSU nursery specialists will address various production issues at the Feb. 25 program in West Olive, Mich.
Posted on February 4, 2014 by Tom Du...
-
Date:2014/03/10
With more expensive soybean seed, farmers may question just how low a population they can plant to remain profitable. Studies in Michigan’s Thumb help answer that question.
Posted on February 4, 2014 by Bob Battel, Michigan State University Ext...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Diagnosing poor soybean nodulation early and responding with the appropriate remedial action will significantly reduce lost yield and income.
Posted on February 4, 2014 by Mike Staton, Michigan State University Extension
Soybeans obtain u...
-
Date:2014/03/10
Corn yield of two hybrids was significantly higher at 240 pounds per acre nitrogen compared to 120 pounds per acre.
Posted on February 4, 2014 by George Silva, Michigan State University Extension, and Steve Gower, Dekalb/Asgrow
There is co...