For farmers wanting to transition to organic, they have to spend three years off of any synthetic chemical inputs-in order to become certified organic. And what better place to conduct this important research than at the Kellogg Biological Station? The funding comes from the Michigan Agricultural Experiment Station.
Several organic farmers are working with researchers on an advisory team-making recommendations to conduct research to meet some of their needs. One such weed control project, with funding from the Michigan Agricultural Experiment Station, involves a roller/crimper, cover crops, and soybeans.
Weed control is a top priority for Michigan's organic farmers. Several organic farmers are joining forces with Michigan State University researchers on an advisory team. Their goal? Whack the weeds.
The research is hosted on the long-term trial Living Field Laboratory, established in 1993 at the Kellogg Biological Station. The project=s goal is to improve nitrogen efficiency on sandy soils in Michigan row crops.