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Insights from Michigan agricultural professionals to advance farm conservation

Published on November 12, 2025
Through focus groups and surveys, a new MSU Extension report outlines some priority questions agricultural, conservation and agribusiness professionals in Michigan have about conservation practices.
New MSU project: How agricultural production might be improved by solar panels to be studied

Published on November 11, 2025
An article by Michigan Public showcases Anthony Kendall's work to fund solar panels in the KBS LTAR.
Winter canola planting progress across Michigan

Published on October 21, 2025
Canola planting kicks off in Michigan! Read more for updates from the field on canola crop progress, insect pests and crop disease.
Sustainable Farming in Action: KBS LTAR Hosts Third Annual Field Day

Published on October 20, 2025
The third annual KBS LTAR field day gave updates on the Aspirational Cropping System Experiment and new studies being conducted.
The functional groups of prairie strip people

Published on October 17, 2025 by The functional groups of prairie strip people
Cover crops after wheat harvest – five reliable options

Published on September 2, 2025
Post-wheat harvest leaves an excellent opportunity to incorporate fall cover crops into your production system. Here’s five reliable options for cover cropping after wheat to get you started.
Winners of the first KBS LTAR Photo Contest

Published on August 7, 2025
See the results of the KBS LTAR photo contest!
Michigan canola harvest 2025 wraps up

Published on August 4, 2025
Updates from the field on canola crop progress, insect pests and crop disease.
Mark your calendars to see sustainable cropping systems in action

Published on July 30, 2025
Attend the annual Long-Term Agroecosystem Research field day on Sept. 4, 2025, to learn about sustainable cropping systems in action.
Reflection on Small Grains in Michigan: A Food Grade Grains Field Day - featuring conversations from field to mug, spoon, and jug

Published on July 1, 2025
The 2025 Food Grade Grains Field Day provided insights into grain operations in Michigan, highlighting crops such as barley, rye, wheat, open-pollinated corn, dry beans, and canola.