Midwest

Drone tech company relocates headquarters to MSU campus

Aerial Vantage, a drone tech company, has relocated its corporate headquarters from Washington D.C. to the Midwest. The company’s new headquarters are located at the Michigan State University (MS... more »

North Michigan Perennial Farm Ecosystem conference scheduled

The second annual Perennial Farm Ecosystem Conference hosted by northern Michigan's Leelanau Conservation District plans to educate growers about a systems approach to growing perennial crops. ... more »

MSU hosting Chestnut Chat 2023 Summer Series

The remaining meetings that are part of Michigan State University Extension’s summer chestnut grower meetings are scheduled for July and August. MSU’s Chestnut Chat 2023 Summer Series meetings ... more »

BRANDT plans to open new specialty products plant in fall 2024

BRANDT, a retailer of professional agronomic services and manufacturer of specialty ag input products, is set to break ground on a new production facility in Aurora, Nebraska later this summer. The ne... more »

MSU releases Michigan Chestnut Management Guide

Michigan State University (MSU) Extension has an updated Michigan Chestnut Management Guide now available to assist chestnut growers in making pesticide and nutrient management decisions. The guide in... more »

Wanted: Information about insect pests in Midwest hazelnuts

University of Minnesota is asking for grower feedback on pest management in hazelnut. more »

14th Annual Upper Midwest Hazelnut Growers Conference registration open

Speakers and presentations will cover a range of topics, including hazelnut genetics, infrared drying, new cultivars, cost share, pest and disease issues, branding and more. more »

Missourians want to bring more attention to native black walnuts

A Midwest walnut huller processes about 20 million pounds annually from people who bring in black walnuts they've collected, shining a spotlight on Missouri's native nut. more »