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Hop disease management in Michigan for 2018

April 20, 2018 | Erin Lizotte | Implement early, preventative fungicide programs and pruning practices for powdery mildew and downy mildew management.
Tips for reseeding lawns in spring

April 20, 2018 | Kevin Frank | Spots of your lawn may need reseeding this spring.
Did the Changes to VFD Regulations Affect Your Farm?

April 19, 2018 | Beth Ferry | Land grant universities are looking to gain information on the impacts of VFD regulation through an electronic survey.
What factors influence the odors in manure?

April 19, 2018 | Erica Rogers | Beyond the manure itself, there are measureable and descriptive ways to describe the odors of manure as well as how and why people perceive these odors certain ways
Soil cation ratios versus sufficiency levels

April 18, 2018 | Bob Battel | One fertilizer recommendation philosophy is based on an ideal ratio of soil cations. Another is based simply on the levels of these cations available in soil.
Controlled drainage: Conserving nutrients and improving bottom lines

April 18, 2018 | Bob Battel | Existing subsurface (tile) drainage systems can be modified to provide crops with water during dry periods, and decrease the amount of nutrients exiting the system.
Head to Houghton for a Lake Superior Fisheries Workshop on April 30, 2018

April 18, 2018 | Elliot Nelson | Presentations include updates on several important fish issues, public encouraged to attend and provide input.
Common diseases in organic hoophouse greens

April 18, 2018 | Collin Thompson | In much of northern Michigan, growers are seeing a cold and wet spring. While hoophouses help mitigate some of these problems, foliar and root diseases in high-value, organic hoophouse crops can prove to be challenging to growers across the state.
New MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast meetings start April 26

April 18, 2018 | James DeDecker | Start your Thursday morning by joining field crop specialists and educators to talk about in-season production and pest management issues.
Screen-Free Week A-Z: Keeping your kids busy without screens

April 17, 2018 | Kylie Rymanowicz | Challenge your family to turn screens of from April 30 to May 6, 2018, and find other ways to keep busy and stay active.
Cover Crop Field Walk on April 26 to focus on winter survival

April 17, 2018 | Dean Baas | The second field walk of the season in Hickory Corners, Michigan, will focus on cover crop winter survival.
Traverse City Pollinator Health Meeting rescheduled for April 30

April 17, 2018 | Duke Elsner | Please register again for Michigan State University Extension's public input meeting on pollinator issues in the Grand Traverse region.
Cómo sembrar correctamente los manzanos injertados

April 17, 2018 | David Jones | Consideraciones importantes para los trabajadores que trabajan con huertos de manzanas de alta densidad.
East Michigan fruit update – April 17, 2018

April 17, 2018 | Bob Tritten | The grip of late winter weather just won’t let go, continuing to hold back fruit crop development.
Dennis Fulbright receives Chestnut Pioneer Award from chestnut industry

April 17, 2018 | Erin Lizotte | The Midwest Nut Producers Council honored Dennis Fulbright, Michigan State University professor emeritus, at their annual meeting in March.
West Michigan tree fruit update – April 17, 2018

April 17, 2018 | Amy Irish-Brown | Winter is still in place—are we in a mini ice age?
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 17, 2018

April 17, 2018 | Mark Longstroth | A wintry blast over the weekend did not cause any damage. Plant growth is just beginning, waiting for warm temperatures to return later in April.
Planting a canning garden

April 17, 2018 | Michelle Jarvie | Follow these tips to plan a canning garden that provides food year-round and avoids waste.
Cover crops can be used to prevent nitrogen loss

April 17, 2018 | Christina Curell | Cover crop research shows that winter cereal rye may reduce nitrate leaching
What is the economic value of your manure?

April 17, 2018 | Christina Curell | Key principles and points that growers can use determine the economic value of manure.
Cómo podar manzanos de tronco/eje alto: Maximizando la productividad y calidad frutal del huerto

April 17, 2018 | David Jones | Consideraciones importantes para los trabajadores que trabajan con huertos de manzanas de alta densidad.
Sleep for the health of it

April 17, 2018 | Christi Demitz | Not only does a good night’s rest feel great, it also plays a vital role in our health.
Vegetable pesticide series: Should I use it during bloom?

April 17, 2018 | Ben Phillips | A pollinator protection guide for vegetable growers.
Get ready to celebrate Earth Day

April 16, 2018 | Meaghan Gass | Saginaw Bay region hosting hands-on activities on April 21, 2018 to celebrate Earth Day.
Are bumble bees causing my tomato flowers to fall off?

April 16, 2018 | Ben Phillips | Early market hoop house tomato growers are reporting blossom drop soon after bumble bee delivery, but the flower abortions are probably not caused by bees.
Sharpening the pencil in calf raising

April 16, 2018 | Faith Cullens | While the diary industry is under financial trouble, it's important to analyze aspects of your farm business.
Limiting screen time for young children

April 16, 2018 | Kylie Rymanowicz | How can you set appropriate limits on screen time to set children up for success?
Thumb Dairy Odyssey Days is back for 2018

April 16, 2018 | Marianne Buza | Young people interested in dairy or animal science are invited to spend Saturdays April 28th and June 16th exploring the fun of dairy cattle.
Does gardening contribute to daily physical activity recommendations?

April 16, 2018 | Tyler Becker | Explore the different ways that gardening activities can help you meet daily physical activity recommendations.
Reading and understanding the Nutrition Facts Label for health

April 16, 2018 | Dawn Earnesty | A Nutrition Food Label can be a quick tool for making informed food choices that can contribute to a healthy diet.