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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.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 8, 2026

Published on September 10, 2026
Main apple harvest season is under way as well as hybrid wine grape harvest.
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.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 1, 2026

Published on September 2, 2026
The last of peaches are being harvested. Cider mills and U-picks are opening.
Michigan residents receive sustainable agriculture grant

Published on August 28, 2026
Michigan Farmers and community leaders receive grants for new ideas.
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.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 25, 2026

Published on August 26, 2026
Harvest of Premier Honeycrisps and peaches continue.
New pesticide decision website for apple and peach growers

Published on August 26, 2026
The free “MI Fruit Decision” website now contains decision making tools for peach and apple growers to improve pest management programs using data from many years of MSU pesticide efficacy trials.
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.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 18, 2026

Published on August 19, 2026
Blueberries are winding down while peach harvest continues.
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.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 11, 2026

Published on August 12, 2026
Red Haven harvest continues and brown marmorated stink bugs are emerging.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 4, 2026

Published on August 5, 2026
Red Haven harvest is starting, and brown marmorated stink bugs are emerging.
Michigan apple harvest prediction dates for 2026

Published on July 30, 2026
Michigan State University Extension apple team releases predicted harvest dates for five production areas in Michigan.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 29, 2026

Published on July 29, 2026
Cooler weather and a steady breeze bring improved field conditions. Blueberry, raspberry and peach harvest continues while the first apple harvests remain a few weeks away.
Did you know that Michigan requires a permit for planting currants and gooseberries?

Published on July 23, 2026
Before planting currants or gooseberries, Michigan gardeners and growers should know about regulations designed to protect the state's white pine trees.
Bulletin E-3516 Used Farm Equipment Markets: Navigating the Options

Published on July 21, 2026
This publication explores how to navigate used farm equipment markets.
Michigan Farmland Lease Template

Published on July 20, 2026
The Michigan Farmland Lease Template can be used for annual crops, orchards and other perennial plantings, and pastureland rental agreements.