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Soybean Harvest Equipment Field Day postponed due to weather

Published on September 15, 2026
The field day was postponed due to the rain forecast and is currently planned for Tuesday, Sept. 22. Online registration is extended through Thursday, Sept. 17.
2027 Wheat Projected Cost of Production

Published on September 10, 2026
The MSU Extension 2026 Projected Cost of Production for Wheat tool is intended to serve as a starting point for discussions on both expected income and expenses for individual farms.
New to Agriculture? We’ve got a guide for you!

Published on September 10, 2026
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is now available from Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for September 10, 2026

Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
Dig in! MSU Organic Farmer Training expands to Flint in 2027

Published on September 9, 2026
Aspiring farmers can apply now to gain hands-on experience, visit more than 20 farms and build a farm plan through learning sites in Flint, Detroit, East Lansing and Grand Rapids.
Registration closes soon for the Soybean Harvest Equipment Field Day on September 15 in Eaton County

Published on September 3, 2026
Online registration closes Sept. 8 to reserve a free lunch. Additional topic to be addressed will include desiccating soybeans as a harvest aid.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for September 3, 2026

Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
Buy now or wait? Best practices for securing next year’s farm inputs

Published on September 2, 2026
What recent fertilizer and crop prices can teach us about buying farm inputs.
USDA releases farmland cash rental values for Michigan counties

Published on August 27, 2026
Michigan State University Extension updates their annual report with the latest data.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for August 27, 2026

Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates

Published on August 25, 2026
Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services
Announcing the Michigan First-Generation Farm Mentorship Program

Published on August 21, 2026
Learn from experienced farm mentors through this new opportunity.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for August 20, 2026

Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
The Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day returns to Michigan

Published on August 18, 2026
A full day tradeshow, weeding tool discussions and in-field demonstrations for managing weeds in row crops, vegetables and tree fruit with steep registration discounts for organic and organic-curious growers from Michigan, Illinois and Indiana.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for August 13, 2026

Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
Producing a Value-Added Product on the Farm Series

Published on August 12, 2026
Producing a value-added product on your farm can be a great way to generate additional revenue. The information on this sheet may help you decide if adding a product is right for your farm business and take you through the major steps involved.
Elevate your market prices with Grain Gains

Published on August 7, 2026
Grain Gains: An Introduction to Grain Marketing is a new online course from MSU Extension.
Grain-Fed Freezer Beef Pricing Worksheet

Published on August 7, 2026
This worksheet breaks down each of the variables and provides examples on pricing.
Grass-Fed Freezer Beef Pricing Worksheet

Published on August 7, 2026
This worksheet provides examples and calculations for pricing grass-fed freezer beef.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for August 6, 2026

Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.