Using plants and microorganisms to create sus

Balancing nutrients and minimizing organic pollutants, such as phenols and chemicals, are key to thriving ecosystems

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Consider conducting an on-farm soybean

For the past 10 years, the Michigan Soybean On-farm Research program (formerly known as SMaRT)

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Lab focuses on addressing emerging forest

Michigan trees and the native and invasive diseases that attack them are at the center of research performed by Monique Sakalidis, MSU pr

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All hands needed to protect wild bee pollinators

New research expands understanding that collaboration among farmers, consumers,

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Ohio Farm Bureau welcomes new leadership,

Bill Patterson of Chesterland has been elected the 25th president of the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation and now holds the highest elected

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Phosphorus and potassium fertilizer

Maximize your economic returns from phosphorus and potassium fertilizer applications to soybeans.

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Evolution proteomics approach opens view into

The creation of genes with new functions is a major driver of developmental innovation in all living organisms.

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New pig brain maps facilitate human neuroscienc

When scientists need to understand the effects of new infant formula ingre

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Field crop IPM report for Southeast Michigan

The soil temperature taken at the MSU Enviroweather station located at Applewood Orchards in Deerfield reached a high of 49 degrees once in March.

Genome sequenced for pesky pumpkin pathogen

Pumpkin growers dread the tiny tan scabs that form on their fruit, each lesion a telltale sign of bacterial spot disease.

Weekly Outlook: A bullish supply shock

The USDA’s March Hogs and Pigs report places the March 1 inventory of all hogs and pigs at 74.8 million head, down about 3% from last quarter.

Ohio horsemen’s group and OFB continue strong

A continued effort to strengthen ties within the agriculture community.

Start a community-based garden with Purdue

Garden enthusiasts, local officials and community volunteers are invited to attend Purdue Extension’s Grass to Garden signature program this spring.

OFB continues partnership with Harness Horsemen

Ohio Farm Bureau and the Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association have announced a continuation of their partnership.

New Zealand, Germany and Poland recorded highs

China was the proverbial “bull in the china shop” when it came to the latest import data.

Frequent fire too hot for invasive plants

Land managers know one of the best ways to prevent forest fires is to set fires.

National Agriculture Day celebration

Just like everyone else at this time of the year, farmers are ready for spring, a new year, nice weather to be outdoors and planting seeds.

February cow numbers were up again

The Agriculture Department’s preliminary data reports February milk output hit 17.63 billion pounds.

Recommendations for planting soybeans

Make sure the benefits of planting second-year soybeans exceed the risks and manage the increased risk with proven practices.

Fall harvest conditions left challenges

Late harvest during wet conditions left ruts in some fields in 2020.

Spring Nationals opens pulling season

The  "Crop Doctor" IH 1066 tractor owned and driven by Jon Silsby of Union City, Michigan was able to gain the first place finish.

New grant to help carrot and wheat growers

Entomologist Marisol Quintanilla will lead a team in unraveling the mysteries of a microscopic pest of carrots and wheat.

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series kicks off

This weekly series for farmers and agribusinesses focuses on field crop pest and crop management topics during the growing season.

Michigan wheat growers have opportunity to vote on continuation

Michigan wheat growers should have received their ballots through their US mailbox for the official vote on the 5-year

Rising temperatures also alter photosynthesis in a changing climate

Agricultural scientists who study climate change often focus on how increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide levels will affect crop yields. But rising temperatures are likely to complicate the picture, researchers report in a new review of the topic.

Biological control methods for invasive species

The implementation of natural enemies to reduce and/or mitigate pests is one of the most viable long-term solutions to address invasive species.

Cattle producing ten times the amount of milk

What if, in the next five to 10 years, we could double or triple milk and meat availability in developing countries ?

Research team receives $1 million grant

A team of international researchers led by Michigan State University has received a five-year, $1 million grant from the USDA.

Reopening may be a shock to the supply chain

The Agriculture Department lowered its estimate on 2021 milk production in the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report.

Corn marketing program looks at carbon research

The Corn Marketing Program of Michigan today announced that carbon is one of the focus areas for the organization’s research program.

Small organisms, epic possibilities

Directors appointed to Corn Marketing Program

Governor Whitmer recently announced the 2021 appointments to the Corn Marketing Program of Michigan (CMPM) board of directors.

Uncle Sam’s Food Box program won’t be renewed

The Agriculture Department announced the February Federal order Class III benchmark milk price at $15.75 per hundredweight (cwt.).

Combating soybean cyst nematodes

Lurking in more than 99% of soybean fields across the Midwest is a worm capable of feeding on and damaging entire crops.

Purdue receives CARES Act funding

The Purdue Center for Regional Development (PCRD) has received funding from the federal Economic Development Administration (EDA).

Get involved in a variety of MSU events

MSU Field Crop Webinar Series continues on March 15, 22, 2021.

Updated guides for fruit and vegetable growers

Many updated resources from Purdue Extension will help fruit and vegetable growers stay on top of the latest crop management strategies and research.

New $1.2 million grant could help farmers

The National Science Foundation has awarded Michigan State University researcher Polly Hsu a $1.2 million grant.

Applications being accepted for OFB grants

The Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation is currently considering applications from organizations for its Action and Awareness grant program.

Relationships within culturally diverse systems

One of the key principles of extension services is to encourage people to take action through education.