Michigan crop producers can find the latest research-based field crop information in a publication recently made available through Michigan State University (MSU) Extension.

“On-Farm Research and Demonstration” summarizes on-farm field trial results conducted across Michigan during the 2007 growing season. Topics include a research report summary of corn and soybean cropping systems, corn hybrid trials, a soybean cyst nematode resistance demonstration, soybean variety trials, and variety trials of spring barley, oats and dry field peas.

“This report represents the work of numerous collaborators from farms, MSU and industry,” says Dale Mutch, MSU Extension cover crop and integrated pest management specialist, a co-author of the book. “The studies were conducted on actual Michigan operations using agronomically sound methods, and they are an important resource for farmers.”

The publication offers one-page summaries of every project, including contact information for the MSU Extension educator or specialist who was involved. The summaries offer detailed information, including soil type, tillage practices, previous crops, fertilizer and herbicide use, and planting and harvest dates.

There is no charge for the 52-page book, which is available from county MSU Extension offices and at pest management meetings held across the state.

Production of the 2007 “On-Farm Research and Demonstration” publication was funded by the MSU Extension Field Crop Area of Expertise team, the Michigan Agricultural Experiment Station (MAES), the Corn Marketing Program of Michigan, the Michigan Corn Growers Association, the Michigan Soybean Promotion Committee, the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Extension (SARE) program and the MSU W.K. Kellogg Biological Station, and Project GREEEN.

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