News
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Reducing energy expenses
Published on December 4, 2015
Farmers who attended workshops have experienced success in securing utility rebates and USDA grant funding to implement energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. -
Michigan Farm Energy Audit Program – Auditor training
Published on December 4, 2015
Audits performed by auditors certified by the Michigan Farm Energy Audit Program have increased the number of approved on-farm energy efficiency projects in Michigan. -
Spartan students assist a farmer with mobility issues
Published on December 1, 2015
MSU Mechanical Engineering students help AgrAbilty through capstone project. -
In dairy farming, some things change, some don’t
Published on November 19, 2015
As you look around the area at farms, some changes from times past are evident even from the road. -
Are you developing or just dictating to employees?
Published on November 17, 2015
As an employer, you want your employees to follow the procedures that you have set, you want them to do what you say, and you want it done now and consistently done. However, we will not achieve those characteristics by command. -
Cropland leasing trends
Published on November 16, 2015
Midwest cropland lease rates declining with slight shift to flexible leases. -
Winterizing your sprayer
Published on November 13, 2015
Now is the time to get your sprayer properly winterized and ready for next spring. -
The business of soil health
Published on November 2, 2015
How to determine the value of soil health. -
Starting your farm business transition
Published on November 2, 2015
Getting your farm transition started with communication and and a to-do list. -
Funding opportunity for farmers
Published on November 1, 2015
North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Farmer and Rancher grants due Dec. 3, 2015.