News

Solar fields don’t have to sit idle

Published on April 29, 2026
A Genesee County sheep producer explains how grazing sheep on solar sites supports agriculture, manages vegetation, and creates new income opportunities.
The case for cattle on solar farms

Published on April 24, 2026
New grazing strategies challenge the idea that cattle don’t belong on solar sites and suggest they may thrive there.
Solar farms may still be farms

Published on April 24, 2026
Forage research points to scalable agrivoltaic solutions.
The future of farming may be shaded

Published on April 20, 2026
Researchers find solar panels can reduce crop stress while maintaining yields in commercial vegetable systems.
Farming in the solar future

Published on February 3, 2026
A four‑part webinar series on integrating food production and clean energy development.
Unravel regenerative principles in this upcoming webinar series

Published on January 26, 2026
This webinar series offers practical insights and science-based strategies to navigate different aspects of regenerative principles.
Indigenous farms and soil health testing

Published on December 8, 2025
Michigan State University Extension is working to collaborate with Indigenous farms on quantifying what is living below ground.
Insights from Michigan agricultural professionals to advance farm conservation

Published on November 12, 2025
Through focus groups and surveys, a new MSU Extension report outlines some priority questions agricultural, conservation and agribusiness professionals in Michigan have about conservation practices.
High voltage horticulture: Where veggies meet volts

Published on November 11, 2025
GLEXPO speaker will share how you can amp up your vegetable production and have an electrifying harvest.
Reducing heat stress in the field

Published on July 21, 2025
Heat stress can be an issue for you and your employees, even in a northern state like Michigan.