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Michigan Field Crops
In agriculture, things change fast and growers need on time, on task, and on target weather, crop and pest information. To meet this need, the Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) Field Crops team will provide farmers and agribusiness with timely podcasts. "In the weeds" will be discussing critical issues facing our farming industry every other week.‘Virtual Breakfasts’ occurs each week during the growing season with in-the-season updates.You can participate by phone, mobile device or online the MSU Extension Field Crops web page.
Michigan Field Crops
In the Weeds: Checklist for a New Irrigation System
In the Weeds Series 14 Episode 9: MSU Extension Field Crops Educators Monica Jean and Madelyn Celovsky sits down with Lyndon Kelley, MSU Extension Irrigation Educator, as he walks us through the steps for planning a new irrigation system for field crops in Michigan. He mentions quite a few resources that can help you decide if irrigation is right for your operation, one of which is talking to your neighbors.
Resources:
To view wells in your area: EGLE Well Log
Registration and reporting system for MI irrigation systems: MI Water Withdrawal Assessment Tool