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Farmers should delay spring manure applications until field conditions improve
Published on April 10, 2014
Allowing fields to dry out before applying manure will reduce compaction and allow for normal crop growth and production. Manure storage nearing full capacity need to be monitored and emergency action plans developed until field conditions improve. -
Capital costs impact a farm’s bottom line
Published on March 26, 2014
Profits over the past couple of years have allowed farms to upgrade equipment and buildings, changing your bottom line and cost of production. -
Developing strong proposals: Part 2
Published on March 26, 2014
Although not all funding opportunities are the same, there are some basic elements to any proposal that producers must consider. -
Developing strong proposals: Part 3
Published on March 26, 2014
Although not all funding opportunities are the same, there are some basic elements to any proposal that producers must consider. -
Integrity in business
Published on March 26, 2014
Integrity should be a cornerstone value for your business as well as your life. Check yourself to make sure you are a person of integrity and then communicate that value to your employees. -
Developing strong proposals: Part 1
Published on March 26, 2014
Although not all funding opportunities are the same, there are some basic elements to any proposal that producers must consider. -
Proper calibration of fertilizer spreaders reduce uneven application
Published on March 24, 2014
As producers prepare for spring planting, Michigan State University Extension recommends calibrating spreaders and making sure operators are well-trained and familiar with the equipment they will soon be using. -
Pure Michigan Business Connect
Published on March 18, 2014
MEDC offers assistance for farmers and agricultural producers. -
Deciphering the Agriculture Act of 2014 - Farm Bill
Published on March 14, 2014
Farmers scramble to learn more about the new Agriculture Act of 2014 or “Farm Bill” before planting season starts. -
2014 Agriculture Labor and Farm Safety Meetings
Published on February 28, 2014
Three upcoming Agriculture Labor and Farm Safety Meetings will be held in Bad Axe, Shepherd and Cadillac.