News
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Exploring opportunities: Growing industrial hemp in Michigan
Published on July 8, 2019
Industrial hemp was legalized by the 2018 Farm Bill and is a new opportunity for Michigan growers. Join a four-part webinar series on growing industrial hemp, especially in greenhouse production. -
The tale of two transitions
Published on July 8, 2019
Getting farm transition right can make or break a farm’s chances of surviving from one generation to another. -
Navigating a Challenging Farm Economy
Published on July 2, 2019
A meeting on August 2nd, 2019 in Kalamazoo County will focus on helping farmers identify tools that can help them weather through the economic and production impacts faced this season. -
MSU Extension program on farm employee development
Published on June 25, 2019
Employee management is an area of concern for many farmers. Are you a farmer who has asked how can you become better at it? Want some practical advice that works? This Michigan State University Extension program was developed for you! -
Animal based soil amendments: FSMA compliance tools for produce growers
Published on June 21, 2019
New resources for growers and educators help farmers meet new standards. -
The importance of recognizing hay quality for horses
Published on June 17, 2019
Weather conditions make hay production difficult this year -
Custom work rates are available for 2019
Published on June 10, 2019
Information for those seeking or providing custom farm work. -
Understanding delayed planting decisions in Michigan
Published on June 6, 2019
Reviewing the options available to producers who have not yet planted their field crops because of poor planting conditions. -
Introducing the Crop Budget Estimator
Published on May 30, 2019
A Microsoft Excel-based tool -
Farmers in southeast Michigan talk about nitrogen sensing technology
Published on May 15, 2019
How variable nitrogen application through the use of nitrogen sensing technology is helping farmers to minimize nitrogen losses and reduce costs.