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  • Maximizing the value of corn stover

    Date:2014/03/10

    Whether on the soil or in the barn, corn stover is a valuable resource on crop and livestock farms. Posted on January 2, 2014 by James DeDecker, and Kevin Gould, Michigan State University Extension Beneath the snow now blanketing Michigan...

  • Will the ethanol “blend wall” block biofuels growth?

    Date:2014/03/10

    Expanding U.S. ethanol production comes up against declining fuel demand and policy uncertainty. Posted on January 2, 2014 by James DeDecker, Michigan State University Extension In November 2013, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (E...

  • Ordering asparagus seed for future field establishment – how many seeds should you purchase?

    Date:2014/03/10

    A little arithmetic can help you estimate the amount of asparagus seed necessary to meet future planting goals. Posted on December 30, 2013 by Ben Werling, Michigan State University Extension Planting new acreage of commercial asparagus is...

  • Soybean response to starter fertilizer containing sulfur

    Date:2014/03/10

    An on-farm research trial compared the effects of Access starter fertilizer containing 17 percent sulfur on soybean yield. The results showed that predicting a yield response to sulfur is difficult even on coarse-textured soils with low organic matte...

  • 2013 Soybean on-farm research report is now available

    Date:2014/03/10

    Soybean producers and agribusiness representatives can download the results from 14 different on-farm research projects conducted by the SMaRT program in 2013. Posted on December 30, 2013 by Mike Staton, Michigan State University Extension ...

  • On-farm trial identifies better yielding potato varieties under naturally grown practices

    Date:2014/03/10

    A farmer from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula used an NCR SARE Farmer Rancher Grant to compare potato varieties in a replicated trial. Posted on December 30, 2013 by Jim Isleib, Michigan State University Extension Mike Wixtrom wanted to find ou...

  • Dependable information for beginning farmers – where can it be found?

    Date:2014/03/10

    Research-based information sources are a good place to start. Posted on December 30, 2013 by Jim Isleib, Michigan State University Extension When beginning farmers have questions, they have lots of places to seek answers: a local Extension...

  • Protein supplementation for beef cows

    Date:2014/03/10

    Protein prices remain high as corn prices declined by 50 percent. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Kevin Gould, Michigan State University Extension With 2013 corn harvest prices approximately half of those in 2012, cow-calf producers may c...

  • What’s that pipe in my backyard?

    Date:2014/03/10

    Abandoned wells pose a great risk to our water supply. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Christina Curell, Michigan State University Extension Wells are our source for drinking water. They are drilled into a usable aquifer, a formation from w...

  • Are soil nematodes beneficial or harmful?

    Date:2014/03/10

    The majority of soil nematodes are beneficial to soil health and the environment. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Christina Curell, Michigan State University Extension Nematodes are often talked about in a quiet fearful voice. The image of...

  • New restrictions for antimicrobial use in animal agriculture

    Date:2014/03/10

    On December 11, 2013, the FDA issued a guidance that will impact the labeling of drugs for use in animal agriculture. Where does that leave producers and their veterinarians? Posted on December 27, 2013 by Phil Durst, Michigan State University E...

  • The need for new farmers

    Date:2014/03/10

    We need to recruit and train more new farmers to keep future populations fed. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Kristine Hahn, Michigan State University Extension According to the United States Department of Agriculture, America’s farm...

  • MAEAP Verified farms stand out through an affiliation with online MarketMaker

    Date:2014/03/10

    MAEAP-verified producers can enhance their visibility by making an affiliation using on-line MarketMaker. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Joanne Davidhizar, Michigan State University Extension, Michigan State University Product Center Mark...

  • Farm land rental rates need adjustment in Michigan’s Thumb

    Date:2014/03/10

    Some land rental rates must be adjusted for farm operators in the Michigan’s Thumb. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Dennis Stein, Michigan State University Extension The past six years have been some very good times for cash crop operations...

  • Components of a Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan

    Date:2014/03/10

    It takes 13 steps to build a comprehensive nutrient management plan. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Christina Curell, Michigan State University Extension A comprehensive nutrient management plan is an in-depth document that farms having ov...

  • MSU Extension offers online programs for beginning farmers

    Date:2014/03/10

    The 2014 MSU Extension Beginning Farmer Webinar Series will provide convenient, online learning opportunities in a variety of topics for the beginning farmer. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Jim Isleib, Michigan State University Extension A...

  • What type of nutrient plan does your farm need?

    Date:2014/03/10

    There are two types of nutrient plans that Michigan farms can have, Nutrient Management Plan and Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Christina Curell, Michigan State University Extension The difference b...

  • Michigan State University Ag Tech Program students develop job skills near home

    Date:2014/03/10

    Off-campus MSU Ag Tech programs provide agricultural education, skill development and job opportunities for students close to home. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Joanne Davidhizar, Michigan State University Extension, Michigan State University ...

  • Nutrient Management: The key to a successful 2014

    Date:2014/03/10

    Is your farm ready for the upcoming growing season? Nutrient management planning is vital for a productive 2014 growing season. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Christina Curell, Michigan State University Extension Now is the time to evaluat...

  • Beef Quality Assurance Certification training available

    Date:2014/03/10

    Cattle producers in Michigan will have the opportunity to become BQA certified and learn about nutritional updates. Posted on December 27, 2013 by Jeannine Schweihofer, Michigan State University Extension Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) is a ...