﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS Genrated: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:39:38 GMT--><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:ev="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/event/"><channel><title>Michigan Ag Connection</title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com:443/home/rss/1255</link><atom:link href="https://michiganagconnection.com:443/home/rss/1255" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><description>RSS document</description><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Understanding Aster Yellows Patterns In Michigan Fields]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/understanding-aster-yellows-patterns-in-michigan-fields</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Aster yellows is a plant disease that affects crops like carrots and celery. It is spread by a small insect called the aster leafhopper. Each year in Michigan, these insects ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:20:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/understanding-aster-yellows-patterns-in-michigan-fields</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-161001]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Virtual Session Guides Farmers On Wheat Scouting And Crop Care]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-virtual-session-guides-farmers-on-wheat-scouting-and-crop-care</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan State University Extension is organizing an informative virtual session focused on wheat scouting and crop management. This session is part of the Field Crops ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:22:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-virtual-session-guides-farmers-on-wheat-scouting-and-crop-care</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-160789]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU AgBioResearch Director George Smith To Lead University Of Arizona]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-agbioresearch-director-george-smith-to-lead-university-of-arizona</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 George Smith, the director of Michigan State University AgBioResearch and senior associate dean for research, will step down from his position on August 1, 2026. He has ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:01:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-agbioresearch-director-george-smith-to-lead-university-of-arizona</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-160557]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Virtual Session Focuses On Cercospora Leafspot Management]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-virtual-session-focuses-on-cercospora-leafspot-management</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The Michigan State University Extension is organizing an online session focused on managing Cercospora leafspot, an important crop disease affecting sugarbeets. This session ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:17:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-virtual-session-focuses-on-cercospora-leafspot-management</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-160517]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Cover Crops Boost Soil Health In Vineyards And Orchards]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/cover-crops-boost-soil-health-in-vineyards-and-orchards</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 A recent educational program brought together farmers, experts, and researchers to explore how these practices can benefit vineyards and orchards. The goal was to share ideas ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/cover-crops-boost-soil-health-in-vineyards-and-orchards</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-160113]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[New Research Expands Scope of Saturated Buffer Use]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/new-research-expands-scope-of-saturated-buffer-use</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Saturated buffers are an important conservation practice used in farming to improve water quality. They help reduce nitrate loss from fields by directing drainage water ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:55:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/new-research-expands-scope-of-saturated-buffer-use</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-159904]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Grants Boost Innovation in Horticulture Research]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-grants-boost-innovation-in-horticulture-research</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has announced funding to support horticulture research. These grants aim to help improve farming practices, ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:49:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-grants-boost-innovation-in-horticulture-research</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-159903]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Senator Highlights Importance Of Agriculture Research And Farmer Support]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-senator-highlights-importance-of-agriculture-research-and-farmer-support</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan Senator Sam Singh has developed a strong understanding of agriculture through his years in public service. Representing an area with both a major university and ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:08:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-senator-highlights-importance-of-agriculture-research-and-farmer-support</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-159706]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Poor Alfalfa Weevil Control Raises Concern Among Farmers]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/poor-alfalfa-weevil-control-raises-concern-among-farmers</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Farmers in several regions are reporting poor control of alfalfa weevil after using pyrethroid insecticides. This has raised concerns about the development of resistance and ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 13:24:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/poor-alfalfa-weevil-control-raises-concern-among-farmers</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-159665]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Unpredictable Weather Puts Michigan Cherry Crop At Risk]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/unpredictable-weather-puts-michigan-cherry-crop-at-risk</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Unpredictable weather conditions in Michigan are creating serious challenges for cherry farmers. Recent reports from Michigan State University Extension show that fluctuating ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 13:14:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/unpredictable-weather-puts-michigan-cherry-crop-at-risk</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-159663]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Webinar Guides Farmers on Dry Bean Planting Success]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-webinar-guides-farmers-on-dry-bean-planting-success</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Farmers are preparing for the upcoming planting season, and dry beans are becoming an important focus. To support growers, Michigan State University Extension is organizing a ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:37:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-webinar-guides-farmers-on-dry-bean-planting-success</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-159613]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[American Bee Research Conference Highlights New Findings on Honey Bee Health]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/american-bee-research-conference-highlights-new-findings-on-honey-bee-health</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The American Bee Research Conference 2026 brought together experts, researchers, and beekeepers to discuss new developments in apiculture. 

 The event was held in January ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:31:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/american-bee-research-conference-highlights-new-findings-on-honey-bee-health</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-159610]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Urges Campers to Use Safe Firewood to Stop Pests]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-urges-campers-to-use-safe-firewood-to-stop-pests</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 As camping season begins, officials are reminding people to follow safe firewood practices to protect forests, agriculture, and natural ecosystems. Transporting untreated ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:02:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-urges-campers-to-use-safe-firewood-to-stop-pests</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-159217]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[GLP1 Drugs Reshape Food Demand and Impact Agriculture Trends]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/glp1-drugs-reshape-food-demand-and-impact-agriculture-trends</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 GLP1 drugs, originally developed to treat diabetes, are now widely used for weight loss and are gaining popularity across the United States. 

 Their use has increased ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:54:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/glp1-drugs-reshape-food-demand-and-impact-agriculture-trends</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-159212]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Protect Lawns and Gardens from Invasive Pests This Spring]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/protect-lawns-and-gardens-from-invasive-pests-this-spring</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 To spread awareness during National Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month, agricultural officials are encouraging people to protect their lawns, gardens, and ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:03:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/protect-lawns-and-gardens-from-invasive-pests-this-spring</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-158929]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Fertigation Gains Attention as Nitrogen Prices Rise]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/fertigation-gains-attention-as-nitrogen-prices-rise</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Rising nitrogen fertilizer prices have led many farmers to rethink their nutrient management strategies. One effective method gaining attention is fertigation, which involves ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 12:55:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/fertigation-gains-attention-as-nitrogen-prices-rise</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-158927]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Farmers Gain Ground on Corn and Soybean Planting]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-farmers-gain-ground-on-corn-and-soybean-planting</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Farmers across Michigan took advantage of nearly six suitable fieldwork days last week, allowing planting activity for corn and soybeans to accelerate significantly. 

 ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 12:31:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-farmers-gain-ground-on-corn-and-soybean-planting</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-158715]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Safe Grilling and Picnic Tips for Memorial Day Weekend]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/safe-grilling-and-picnic-tips-for-memorial-day-weekend</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is encouraging residents to follow important food safety practices as Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:25:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/safe-grilling-and-picnic-tips-for-memorial-day-weekend</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-158390]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Survey Shows Urgent Need for Large Animal Veterinarians in Michigan]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/survey-shows-urgent-need-for-large-animal-veterinarians-in-michigan</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 A recent survey has highlighted a growing concern among cattle producers regarding the availability of large animal veterinary services in Michigan. Many farmers reported ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:21:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/survey-shows-urgent-need-for-large-animal-veterinarians-in-michigan</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-157687]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Cover Crop Project Connects Farmers and Research for Healthier Soil]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/cover-crop-project-connects-farmers-and-research-for-healthier-soil</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 A unique agricultural project is helping farmers and researchers work together to improve soil health and reduce water pollution. The Great Lakes Cover Crops Project began as ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:14:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/cover-crop-project-connects-farmers-and-research-for-healthier-soil</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-157684]]></dc:identifier></item></channel></rss>