News

Impacts of wetland restoration on farms

Published on June 6, 2025
Wetland restoration informational meeting and discussion forum for farmers in southeast Michigan.
Upcoming events to bolster the sustainability of your farm - Summer 2025

Published on June 3, 2025
Field days and workshops available, highlighting research-based ideas to maximize return on investment and solve problems on the farm.
MSU Extension welcomes new field crops educator in Southern Michigan

Published on February 19, 2025
Korede Olugbenle will be based in the Lenawee County MSU Extension office in Adrian.
Controlling erosion with cover crops

Published on February 9, 2024
Stop losing your most valuable asset. Plant cover crops.
Why macropores can ruin your best intentions with conservation practices

Published on August 1, 2023
Site specific conservation planning is key to managing no-till and cover crops in row crop systems.
Upcoming field days in southern Michigan

Published on June 29, 2023
Summer is in full swing and there are many opportunities for farm field days coming up in the Western Lake Erie Basin.
Is water quality a trade-off for the benefits of no-till?

Published on April 20, 2022
Couple no-till in fine-textured soil with subsurface placement or banding to reduce phosphorus loss.
Protecting Michigan’s environment and wildlife through the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program

Published on September 1, 2021
The program offers financial benefits for farmers and landowners and environmental improvements for Michigan.
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.
MSU receives $1 million EPA grant supporting water quality in Michigan

Published on June 2, 2020
The MSU Institute of Water Research will lead project to improve water quality in the Saginaw River watershed through farmer-led outreach and education.