Farm Business
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Field Crops Nematode Update
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Marisol Quintanilla, MSU assistant professor and Extension nematologist, discussing field crop nematodes including soybean cyst nematodes and sugar beet cyst nematodes.
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Working with Agricultural Stakeholders to Understand and Address Labor Challenges
Published on August 13, 2024
This resource provides agricultural stakeholders with the tools to address labor challenges. -
Pesticide use and seed selection highlighted in newest MSU Extension bulletins
Published on August 12, 2024
New resources available from MSU Extension’s DEMaND Series. -
Bulletin E-3430 How to Read a Seed Guide (Corn Edition)
Published on August 8, 2024
This publication discusses the types of information likely found across most corn seed guides and reviews how costs and harvest factors are important considerations in selecting seed options for your farm. -
Bulletin E-3429 Introduction to Pesticide Use and Planning
Published on August 8, 2024
This publication explores the process of using chemical pest suppression (e.g., pesticides), including understanding their costs and impacts on farm revenue, and is intended to help you develop a pesticide plan for your farm. -
Tips to Improve Your Grain-ee Field Photos
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Erin Hill, weed science diagnostician at the MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics Lab, discussing tips for improving your grainy field photos.
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Cover Crops After Wheat
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Brook Wilke, associate director at the Kellogg Biological Station Long-Term Agroecosystem Research site, discussing cover crops after wheat.
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Grants for farmers – Part 1: Grant listings
Published on August 1, 2024
Listings of grants available to farmers from the USDA, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and others. -
Second annual KBS LTAR Field Day is set for September 5
Published on July 31, 2024
Come learn about tips, tricks and data from an aspirational farming system with layered conservation practices, including a diverse rotation, cover crops, no-till and precision management. -
Finding financial success in uncertain times
Published on July 29, 2024
Revised online course available from MSU Extension -
Hot Topics Q&A with Specialists
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series Hot Topics Q&A session allows attendees to ask questions with our specialists in a more open format.
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White Mold in Soybeans and Tar Spot in Corn
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Marty Chilvers, MSU Extension Field Crops Pathologist, discussing White Mold in Soybeans and Tar Spot in Corn.
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Wild Weather for Hay
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Kim Cassida, MSU Extension forage specialist, discussing wild weather for making hay.
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Help! My alfalfa field may be slowly starving!
Published on July 11, 2024
Because potassium top dressing for alfalfa was less than recommended for many during times of high fertilizer prices in previous years, return on investment may be positive for potassium on alfalfa fields. -
Adjusting marketing strategies with old crop grain still on-farm
Published on July 8, 2024
Strategies to help you proactively market grain from two growing seasons. -
The Comeback of the European Corn Borer?
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Jocelyn Smith, assistant professor in field crop entomology at the University of Guelph in Ridgetown, Ontario, discussing the comeback of European corn borer.
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Cercospora Management in Sugarbeets
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Jaime Willbur, MSU plant pathologist for sugarbeets and potatoes, discussing Cercospora management in sugarbeets.
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New prairie strip partial budget tool
Published on June 18, 2024
What does it cost to convert cropland to prairie strips? -
Strategies for Efficient Irrigation Water Management
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Younsuk Dong, MSU irrigation specialist and assistant professor, discussing strategies for efficient irrigation water management.
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Helping Farm Families Transition their Farm Business to the Next Generation
Published on June 11, 2024
MSU Extension works to improve farm personal well-being and income, expand agriculture-related businesses and increase employment opportunities, leading to agriculture being one of the strongest industries within Michigan.