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Grain marketing outlook featured on Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series, September 12
Published on August 30, 2024
What are the key factors influencing your crop prices? -
Neal Fortin Comments on the Boar’s Head Plant Linked to an Outbreak of Listeria
Published on August 30, 2024
Neal Fortin commented in the New York Times on the failure of processes employed for controlling listeria. -
Graduate Students Jack Guevara, Ryan Bearss and Jake Kilby present Turfgrass research at conference abroad
Published on August 30, 2024
Development of a shallow turfgrass profile – a temporary natural field system that will be used in the 2026 FIFA World Cup games – was the topic for this turf team at the Int'l Sports Engineering Assoc Conference in United Kingdom. -
Decision tool updates: Consider farm input costs and product quantities needed
Published on August 30, 2024
Decision tools from MSU Extension now consider fertilizer and chemical input costs and quantities needed for purchase. -
USDA releases farmland cash rental values for Michigan counties
Published on August 30, 2024
Michigan State University Extension updates their annual report with the latest data. -
Agrivoltaics: The best kept secret in Michigan
Published on August 30, 2024
The farmer, solar developer and public all benefit from agrivoltaics. -
Capturing the most value in a record beef market
Published on August 30, 2024
While the beef industry is experiencing the highest cattle prices ever, healthy calves is the top priority for buyers. -
Potato team lead by David Douches awarded new patent
Published on August 29, 2024
How does the MSU Potato Breeding and Genetics Program bring big science to the local farmer? -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – August 29, 2024
Published on August 29, 2024
White mold and sudden death syndrome symptoms worsened in soybeans. Seed corn harvest is in progress. Milk lines progressed in R5 commercial corn. -
Timing the last irrigation
Published on August 29, 2024
Maximizing profit and returns on resources invested can be dependent on the last irrigation application. -
West central Michigan apple maturity report – August 29, 2024
Published on August 29, 2024
Harvest is wrapping up for Premier Honeycrisp and Minneiska. Growers are looking ahead to harvest of standard Honeycrisp and Gala strains. -
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – August 29, 2024
Published on August 29, 2024
Apples are maturing early this year, and growers are picking Premier Honeycrisp now. -
The five Ps of the lemonade stand: product
Published on August 29, 2024
When youth run a lemonade stand, they are not only earning cash but also learning and practicing the important concepts of the marketing mix: product, price, promotion, place and people. This article focuses on product. -
Career exploration and volunteers: lowering the disconnection for youth
Published on August 29, 2024
Adults can use a variety of strategies to help youth connect with employment, education or training for their future. -
Michigan grape scouting report – August 29, 2024
Published on August 29, 2024
Stay informed and ahead of the curve with the latest vineyard updates and best practices in our comprehensive report. Enhance your grape growing success by leveraging expert insights on vine growth, disease management and innovative tools. -
Book review: “Sparks: How Parents Can Help Ignite the Hidden Strengths of Teenagers” by Petter Benson, Ph.D.
Published on August 29, 2024
Recognize the power of sparks and how you can help them grow. -
Michigan chestnut crop report for the week of August 29, 2024
Published on August 29, 2024
The optimal control window for chestnut weevil is imminent in much of the state. -
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – August 29, 2024
Published on August 29, 2024
Second apple maturity report and integrated pest management updates. -
Maximizing drainage efficiency for field crops producers
Published on August 28, 2024
Producers considering a change for field drainage due to under-performance are encouraged to attend the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on Sept. 5. -
The 2024 Michigan Apple Crunch celebrates Michigan apples
Published on August 28, 2024
Celebrate Michigan apples and National Farm to School Month by participating in the annual Michigan Apple Crunch on October 17 or anytime in October.