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Taking a close look at soil profiles helps understand soil health concepts
Published on October 12, 2016
Upper Peninsula farmers take part in soil productivity on-farm field days to better understand soil health and learn from one another. -
Choosing whole grains will lead to a healthier lifestyle
Published on September 21, 2016
Learn about the benefits of eating whole grains while celebrating Whole Grains Month in September. -
Oat and pea forage combinations
Published on August 18, 2016
The maturity of forage pea and oat varieties, relative to each other, makes a difference in the final quality of harvested forage. -
Nutrient Management Update and Plot Tour features cutting edge research
Published on August 9, 2016
Join us Sept. 8, 2016, to learn about MSU’s applied agronomic research projects addressing emerging issues while growing field crops such as soil health and environmental stewardship. -
Central Michigan field crop regional report – July 29, 2016
Published on July 29, 2016
Rains bring some relief from drought-like conditions. -
The 2015 IPNI soil test report highlights changes in soil nutrient levels
Published on July 28, 2016
The median P level of Michigan soils declined by 5 ppm and median K level declined by 2 ppm in 2015 compared to 2010. The soil pH remained unchanged. -
Together at the Farm: U.P. Local Food Conference to be Held
Published on July 15, 2016
Renowned Small Farm and Organic Expert, Eliot Coleman to Speak at Local Food Conference -
Interseeding cover crops into standing cash crops
Published on July 1, 2016
Interseeding cover crops into a standing cash crop has several advantages over seeding after harvest, but management practices are critical to ensure successful establishment. -
State pesticide applicators certification exam now available online
Published on June 29, 2016
MDARD has partnered with the Metro Institute to offer computer-based testing for state pesticide certification exams. -
Central Michigan field crop regional report – June 23, 2016
Published on June 23, 2016
Crops are beginning to show moisture stress.