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Michigan plum website: A great new way to find out about Michigan plums and where to buy them
Published on December 14, 2012
A new plum industry website will help plum lovers find locally grown, fresh market plums, as well as how to grow them. -
What does it mean to be a leader on your farm?
Published on December 14, 2012
Employees are an important and valuable resource on the farm and your leadership has an impact on their performance and their longevity on the farm. -
Everything is better with bacon
Published on December 14, 2012
Consumer demand is high for bacon in many forms. -
Interested in starting a winery? Attend the February Winery Development Preconference
Published on December 13, 2012
Prospective winery owners will obtain basic information about starting a winery in Michigan by participating in the one-day winery development conference to be held Feb. 13, 2013 at Michigan State University. -
MSU Extension economic developer presents class on basic QuickBooks training
Published on December 10, 2012
Small business owners flock to QuickBooks and can learn how to set-up properly with MSU Extension workshop. -
MSU Extension Growing Michigan Conference offers long-term view for farmers, Ag professionals
Published on December 7, 2012
Whether it’s wacky weather or government regulations, agriculture’s changing climate continues to challenge Michigan farmers. That’s why Michigan State University Extension is hosting the Growing Michigan Conference. -
Poinsettias add color to your holiday decor and are nationally recognized on Dec. 12
Published on December 6, 2012
While red is the perennial favorite, poinsettias come in an abundance of colors and they are grown in Michigan. -
Michigan Sea Grant begins integrated assessment on Michigan’s aquaculture industry
Published on December 5, 2012
Even with the state’s tremendous water resources, Michigan’s aquaculture growth has not followed global trends. An industry-wide assessment is underway to move Michigan’s aquaculture forward to satisfy consumer demands for safe and sustainable seafood. -
Reducing federal income tax liability from timber sales
Published on November 30, 2012
Forestry experts outline some of the basic tax provisions for income generated from selling timber and point readers to additional on-line forestry taxation resources. -
Productive human resources equals business sustainability
Published on November 27, 2012
Efficacious use of human capital requires equitable and useful management review.