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Conservation in Action Tour features Michigan

Conservation resources are on the rise to meet the growing needs of the ag industry.  Conservation Technology Information Center executive director Ryan Heiniger says the current public and private investments into conservation have never been so robust. “For the next four to five... Read More.

Vilsack, Stabenow tour in eastern Michigan

The Detroit Eastern Market received a visit this week from U.S. Ag Secretary Vilsack and Senator Debbie Stabenow to highlight efforts to expand market access for producers. The Eastern Market is one of eight award winners in Michigan to partner in USDA’s Local Food... Read More.

MSU Weed Tour shows impact of drought

A weed extension specialist says control efforts have been hindered by dry conditions. Michigan State University’s Christy Sprague tells Brownfield soil-applied herbicides need moisture to activate and that’s been in short supply. “A lot of those soil-applied products really did not get moved into the... Read More.