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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.
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.
Cracked solar panel raises questions, but what does the science say?

Published on September 10, 2026
Fact sheet examines how modern solar panels are built and why studies show damaged panels pose little risk to soil and groundwater.
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.
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.
Mark your calendars for the 2027 Breakfast on the Farm event

Published on September 2, 2026
MSU Extension's Breakfast on the Farm event returns on July 10, 2027, in Clayton, Michigan.
Agricultural producers can share their input in the Midwest Farm Conservation Survey

Published on September 2, 2026
Help improve the value of conservation programs for Midwestern farmers by taking a survey.
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.
Irrigation Investment Economics

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Lyndon Kelley, MSU/Purdue Extension Water Management and Irrigation Educator, discussing irrigation investment economics.
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.
Best Management Practices for Establishing New Hay Fields

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Kim Cassida, MSU Associate Professor and Extension Specialist, discussing best management practices for establishing new hay fields.
Agrivoltaics as a rural economic engine in Michigan

Published on August 19, 2026
Agrivoltaics offers a practical framework for producing food and electricity on the same land while supporting farmer choice, rural economic development and long-term agricultural viability.
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.
Nematode Management in Field Crops

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Marisol Quintanilla, MSU Assistant Professor and Extension Nematologist, discussing nematode management in field crops.