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The North Central Research Station has a number of potato experiments this year, so we were especially happy to have a new 2-row plot planter. It came to us all the way from Italy, via Iowa. Quite the route to Michigan for sure.
Planting season is almost here in mid-Michigan. Soon winter's icy grip will give way to brighter days and warmer temperatures.
Along with the 1100 acres of row crops, the North Central Research Station also has a 3-acre high density Apple Orchard designated for research.
Well it’s early March already and getting close to going to the field next month. Here at the North Central Research Station, equipment upkeep and maintenance has been underway for some time. But there is always something to do right up till the last minute. In addition to the equipment prep, an equally important part of pre-season preparation is the experiment planning. There is no magic map and treatment list that just appears. Each experiment and where it will go is carefully planned, reviewed, rehashed and finally entered into the database. Just like any farmer at this time of year, we are cautiously approaching the upcoming season with optimism and great hopes for a successful year. In the coming weeks, there will be blogs from others at the NCRS explaining what goes on behind the scenes in the different areas. Stay tuned.
Through all the ups and downs of a year of farming, we are always grateful for the Christmas season to pause and give thanks. The North Central Research Station team sends wishes to all for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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