﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS Genrated: Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:54:42 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[Managing Crop Residue Effectively in Farming Systems]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/managing-crop-residue-effectively-in-farming-systems</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 In February 2026, Michigan State University Extension, along with the MSU Center for Regenerative Agriculture, organized a webinar series focused on regenerative farming. The ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:59:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/managing-crop-residue-effectively-in-farming-systems</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-164097]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Counties Receive 2025 Insurance Payments under SCO and ECO]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-counties-receive-2025-insurance-payments-under-sco-and-eco</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The United States Department of Agriculture’s Risk Management Agency (USDA RMA) has released county yield data for the 2025 production year, helping determine insurance ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:43:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-counties-receive-2025-insurance-payments-under-sco-and-eco</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-164095]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Exploring South Korea Dairy Farming Systems and Practices]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/exploring-south-korea-dairy-farming-systems-and-practices</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 A group of students from Michigan State University, including Michigan 4-H Dairy Educator Kendra Van Order, participated in an international educational program in South ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:27:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/exploring-south-korea-dairy-farming-systems-and-practices</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-163953]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Urges Vigilance as Spotted Lanternfly Spreads this Summer]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-urges-vigilance-as-spotted-lanternfly-spreads-this-summer</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has urged residents to stay alert for the spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that is spreading across ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:21:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-urges-vigilance-as-spotted-lanternfly-spreads-this-summer</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-163952]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Join Michigan Christmas Tree Growers Summer Meet]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/join-michigan-christmas-tree-growers-summer-meet</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The Michigan Christmas Tree Association is organizing its annual summer meeting to support learning and collaboration among tree growers and industry professionals. The event ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:16:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/join-michigan-christmas-tree-growers-summer-meet</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-163893]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Effective Ways to Control Perennial Grass Weeds in Lawns]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/effective-ways-to-control-perennial-grass-weeds-in-lawns</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Managing perennial grass weeds in cool-season lawns can be difficult because these weeds grow similarly to desired turfgrass. Their growth pattern makes it challenging to ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:13:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/effective-ways-to-control-perennial-grass-weeds-in-lawns</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-163468]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Bat Roost Monitoring Program Invites Public Participation]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-bat-roost-monitoring-program-invites-public-participation</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Michigan Natural Features Inventory are asking residents to help locate bat roosts across the state. This effort is part ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:05:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-bat-roost-monitoring-program-invites-public-participation</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-163464]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Southeast Michigan Fruit Update Highlights Crop Progress and Pest Risks]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/southeast-michigan-fruit-update-highlights-crop-progress-and-pest-risks</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The latest fruit update from southeast Michigan provides important information on crop growth, pest activity, and weather conditions. Recent weather has been wetter than ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:38:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/southeast-michigan-fruit-update-highlights-crop-progress-and-pest-risks</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-163195]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Takes Strong Action Against New World Screwworm Threat]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-takes-strong-action-against-new-world-screwworm-threat</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan agriculture officials have taken strong measures to prevent the spread of the New World screwworm, a harmful livestock pest currently affecting parts of New Mexico ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:28:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-takes-strong-action-against-new-world-screwworm-threat</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-163194]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Coffee Journey From Tropical Farms to Cup Explained]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/coffee-journey-from-tropical-farms-to-cup-explained</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world and is mainly grown in tropical regions near the equator. Heidi Lindberg, Michigan State University Extension, ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:02:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/coffee-journey-from-tropical-farms-to-cup-explained</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-162965]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan H-2A Wage Changes Shift Farm Labor Costs and Hiring]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-h-2a-wage-changes-shift-farm-labor-costs-and-hiring</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan agriculture is undergoing important changes following new H-2A wage rules introduced in October 2025 by the United States Department of Labor. These changes affect ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:58:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-h-2a-wage-changes-shift-farm-labor-costs-and-hiring</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-162964]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Releases Weevils to Control Invasive Mile A Minute Weed]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-releases-weevils-to-control-invasive-mile-a-minute-weed</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan is taking a new step in controlling invasive plants by releasing tiny weevils to fight the mile-a-minute weed. This fast-growing vine is known to spread quickly and ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:54:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-releases-weevils-to-control-invasive-mile-a-minute-weed</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-162786]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Virtual Series Shares Critical Crop Disease Updates for Farmers]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-virtual-series-shares-critical-crop-disease-updates-for-farmers</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Farmers and agriculture professionals can benefit from expert guidance through the Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series. This weekly ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:44:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-virtual-series-shares-critical-crop-disease-updates-for-farmers</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-162783]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Leaf Blight Disease Causes Temporary Lawn Damage in Changing Weather]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/leaf-blight-disease-causes-temporary-lawn-damage-in-changing-weather</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Unusual weather patterns have recently led to lawn damage caused by Ascochyta leaf blight, a common turfgrass disease. A wet and cool spring followed by hot and dry ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:05:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/leaf-blight-disease-causes-temporary-lawn-damage-in-changing-weather</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-162711]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Launches Broiler University Training for Small-Scale Poultry Farmers]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-launches-broiler-university-training-for-small-scale-poultry-farmers</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan State University Extension is introducing a new educational program called Broiler University to support people interested in broiler chicken production. This ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:53:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-launches-broiler-university-training-for-small-scale-poultry-farmers</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-162709]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Reduced Tillage Spectrum Helps Farmers Improve Soil Health and Profits]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/reduced-tillage-spectrum-helps-farmers-improve-soil-health-and-profits</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Reduced tillage is gaining attention as an important part of regenerative agriculture. It helps farmers improve soil health while maintaining crop yields and reducing costs. ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:49:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/reduced-tillage-spectrum-helps-farmers-improve-soil-health-and-profits</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-162338]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Become a Certified Invasive Free Firewood Producer]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/become-a-certified-invasive-free-firewood-producer</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The Invasive Free Firewood Certification Program is an important initiative designed to protect forests and natural resources from harmful invasive species. This voluntary ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:44:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/become-a-certified-invasive-free-firewood-producer</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-162336]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Peach Crop Losses Highlight Challenges and Smart Orchard Management]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-peach-crop-losses-highlight-challenges-and-smart-orchard-management</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The 2026 Michigan peach season has shown how weather conditions can greatly affect fruit production. Cold winter temperatures and spring frost events led to significant crop ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:07:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-peach-crop-losses-highlight-challenges-and-smart-orchard-management</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-162085]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Pork Industry Grows Stronger with Research]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-pork-industry-grows-stronger-with-research</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Research and outreach efforts from Michigan State University (MSU) are playing an important role in improving the pork industry in Michigan. These efforts focus on better ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:03:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-pork-industry-grows-stronger-with-research</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-162082]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Strawberry Day Offers Learning On Farming And Agritourism]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-strawberry-day-offers-learning-on-farming-and-agritourism</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan State University Extension is organizing its first Strawberry Day event on July 8, 2026. This program is specially designed for strawberry farm operators and farm ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:15:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-strawberry-day-offers-learning-on-farming-and-agritourism</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-161873]]></dc:identifier></item></channel></rss>