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Protecting animal health by strengthening farm biosecurity

Published on November 24, 2025
Healthy farms mean healthy communities. MSU Extension’s new resources and training make it easier for you to take simple steps that protect animals and keep Michigan agriculture strong.
Getting started with farm business planning

Published on November 21, 2025
Get your farm business plan going with SMART Goals, SWOT analysis, and Mission/Vision/Core Values.
MSU Extension launches new beginning farmer resource at Great Lakes Expo

Published on November 13, 2025
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is a new jointly created resource from MSU Extension and USDA.
Apply now for SARE Partnership Grants and SARE Professional Development grants

Published on October 23, 2025
Two grant programs support farm educators and agriculture professionals to address sustainable agriculture issues through collaboration with farmers or train-the-trainer projects.
New partnership between MSU CANR and Domino’s enhancing food education in Detroit

Published on October 14, 2025
Domino’s support will expand hands-on learning and mentorship opportunities at the DPFLI, equipping students with practical skills in urban agriculture and food processing to strengthen Detroit’s food system.
MSU Product Center launches new introductory seminar for prospective clients

Published on September 30, 2025
Virtual sessions offered twice monthly will prepare entrepreneurs before registering as clients with the MSU Product Center.
Indigenous farmers needed for soil health testing

Published on September 11, 2025
Michigan State University Extension is working to collaborate with Indigenous farms on quantifying what is living below ground.
Download free curricula for beginning farmers

Published on September 5, 2025
Teach practical farming skills through hands-on activities and participatory learning methods.
MSU Organic Farmer Training expands to Grand Rapids, adding to program's learning community in Detroit and East Lansing

Published on September 3, 2025
Sign up for the 2026 Organic Farming Training Program to visit over 20 farms, hear from over 20 guest speakers and learn from a like-minded community of farmers, educational gardeners, farmworkers and food system changemakers.
New free resource helps aspiring entrepreneurs launch a food truck business

Published on August 21, 2025
This new, fillable workbook was authored by the MSU Product Center and the MSU Center for Regional Food Systems and is available for free.