EnviroImpact Tool Overview
Michigan EnviroImpact User's Guide Video
Farmer Resources
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Sustainable agricultural practices and findings spotlighted at the second annual KBS LTAR field day
Published on September 17, 2024
The second annual KBS LTAR field day showcased early agronomic and ecological changes in fields managed with advanced conservation strategies while also offering practical tips to make these practices work. -
Will precision livestock farming be adopted on swine farms?
Published on November 21, 2023
Results from a nationwide swine farmer and veterinarian Precision livestock farming (PLF) acceptance survey. -
Breeding and raising the right cow for automatic milking systems
Published on August 30, 2022
The breeding program and replacement herd management can play an essential role in AMS operation efficiency and profitability. -
Opportunities for mechanization and precision viticulture in Michigan wine and juice grape vineyards
Published on March 6, 2022
A brief overview of some technologies used in precision viticulture, such as remote and proximal sensing, and new opportunities driven by agricultural robots available for vineyard mechanization. -
Promises and potential of automated milking systems
Published on February 28, 2022
What if you could spare labor time from milking and use this time to focus on the animals, the decision-making process, and fine-tune adjustments? -
New MSU podcast focuses on agriculture and wildlife interactions
Published on October 12, 2021
The MSU Ag and Wildlife Podcast explores the complex nature of agriculture and wildlife interactions in Michigan. -
Scale-up facilities increase opportunities for MSU researchers
Published on September 14, 2021
Investments have had significant impacts on MSU biosystems engineering researchers, but additional support in water research and smart agriculture is key for continued growth. -
Conservation for the bottom line
Published on August 16, 2021
Using conservation practices where it matters most. -
Walk before you run
Published on August 15, 2021
Precision soil testing for economic results. -
MSU to study precision livestock farming adoption trends in U.S. swine industry
Published on March 15, 2021
Animal science researcher Janice Siegford will examine how agricultural technologies can help farmers, consumers and animals. -
MSU researcher awarded grant to develop low-cost sensor monitoring system for Great Lakes farmers
Published on February 17, 2021
Younsuk Dong, specialist in the MSU Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, is leading a project to make sensors more accessible for farmers in Michigan and Indiana. -
Michael's nontraditional path to horticulture allows him to use technology while working outdoors
Published on November 11, 2020
An advanced degree in horticulture allows Michael to blend his love of horticulture with his background in remote sensing and data analysis. -
STRAND cost-share signup is live
Published on September 15, 2020
Take your farm management to the next level and upgrade to the latest in precision nutrient technologies with cost-share funding through the STRAND program. -
Corn and soybean harvest: Make sure to calibrate your yield monitor and get paid for it!
Published on July 30, 2020
Accurate calibration provides accurate data. Farmers located in the Western Lake Erie Basin can qualify for funds and have their yield monitors calibrated by MSU Extension. -
Promoting sustainability of farming systems using digital technology
Published on July 1, 2020
Precision agriculture expert Bruno Basso studies the sustainability of row crop production and delivers data to agricultural producers using innovative technologies. -
MSU scientists eying environmental conservation through precision agriculture
Published on June 19, 2020
Representatives from Michigan State University and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources are interested in how precision agriculture technologies can benefit environmental conservation. -
Conventional drill versus precision planting in wheat: What do we know so far?
Published on June 8, 2020
Michigan State University research is looking at the benefits of precision planting wheat compared to conventional drill. -
Get ready for the Tri-State Precision Ag Webinar on June 23
Published on May 21, 2020
Join us for the first 2020 Tri-State Precision Ag Day online webinar on June 23 at 6 p.m. -
MSU to enter partnership with educational institution in India
Published on December 20, 2019
Leaders from the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and MSU AgBioResearch signed a letter of intent to partner with Somaiya Vidya Vihar, a nonprofit educational trust that manages several educational institutions across India. -
Reducing agricultural risks with new technologies
Published on October 14, 2019
From using smartphone apps to soil testing and seed placement, growers aim to increase efficiency of their operations.
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MSU Agriculture Innovation Day Resources
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Focus on precision: Feeding crops with sensor-based variable rate nitrogen technology
Published on August 13, 2019
MSU Extension offers an education opportunity to learn and understand the sensor-based variable rate of Nitrogen technology. -
Focus on precision: Michigan EnviroImpacts Risks and Rewards
Published on August 13, 2019
MSU Extension offers an opportunity to compare the risks of Manure/Nutrient Application and the rewards of how the MI EnviroImpact tool helps -
Focus on precision: Michigan EnviroImpact Fact Sheet
Published on August 13, 2019
MSU Extension offers oppourtunities to learn factual information regarding manure, nutrients and runoff. -
Focus on precision: Planter Calibration Seed Placement Pays
Published on August 13, 2019
MSU Extension offers an educational opportunity to learn and understand the placement of your seeds when planting. -
Focus on precision: Michigan EnviroImpacts Charts
Published on August 13, 2019
MSU Extension offers an education opportunity to understand and compare soil temperature and precipitation among the state.