Agriculture

Horticulture meeting set for March 16

February 28, 2023

Horticulture meeting set for March 16 WEARE TOWNSHIP – Michigan State University Extension has scheduled this year’s spring horticulture meeting for Thursday, March 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the West Michigan Research Station located at 5185 N. Oceana Dr. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and lunch will be provided. The event is sponsored in conjunction with West…

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A sign of spring: Asparagus Day March 9

February 21, 2023

A sign of spring: Asparagus Day March 9 NEW ERA – Michigan State University Extension and the Michigan Asparagus Industry Research Farm Advisory Committee have scheduled this year’s Oceana Asparagus Day for Thursday, March 9.  This in-person workshop brings together MSU researchers and industry representatives from inside and outside Michigan to update growers on the latest challenges and opportunities in…

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West Michigan Research Station honored with MSU Extension Key Partner Award.

October 7, 2022

West Michigan Research Station honored with MSU Extension Key Partner Award. WEARE TOWNSHIP — The West Central Michigan Horticultural Research, Inc. (WCMHR), the non-profit responsible for the development and oversight of the West Michigan Research Station, was honored by Michigan State University Extension with the Key Partner Award during the MSU Extension Celebration, Sept. 28. “It’s an incredible honor to…

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MSU soil lab closing.

September 21, 2022

MSU soil lab closing. HART — MSU has provided soil chemical analyses and interpretation since the 1920s. This has been a valuable service for the Michigan agricultural community, homeowners, and MSU researchers. Unfortunately, due to declining soil test samples over time and the availability of similar services from commercial labs, it has been decided to close the MSU Soil and…

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SHS Jazz Band to perform at New Era Farmers’ Market season finale Sept. 13.

September 9, 2022

SHS Jazz Band to perform at New Era Farmers’ Market season finale Sept. 13. NEW ERA — The New Era Farmers’ Market wraps up its 2022 season Tuesday, Sept. 13, featuring the Shelby High School Jazz Band. The market runs from 4-7 p.m. in the parking lot of the New Era Christian Reformed Church at 1820 Ray Ave. The market…

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