The Robotic Milker at Kellogg Biological Station
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The dairy herd at Michigan State University's W.K. Kellogg Biological Station is moving to a new pasture-based facility featuring automated milking stalls and energy efficient design. In addition to the state-of-the-art milking robotics, economic and environmental sustainability are driving forces.

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From Here to Organic
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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.

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Roller Crimper Research
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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.

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Fanning the Flames with Research
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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.

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The Plot Thickens in Michigan Row Crops
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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.

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