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Get more from your integrated pest management by attending our 2013 Academy
Published on December 11, 2012
Join us at the 2013 IPM Academy for discussions about how to practice IPM to get a better harvest in a world of shifting weather. -
Energy optimization program saves dollars for Michigan farms
Published on December 7, 2012
The Energy Optimization energy efficiency program provides rebates to eligible farmers across Michigan. -
MSU Extension Growing Michigan Conference offers long-term view for farmers, Ag professionals
Published on December 7, 2012
Whether it’s wacky weather or government regulations, agriculture’s changing climate continues to challenge Michigan farmers. That’s why Michigan State University Extension is hosting the Growing Michigan Conference. -
Organic markets for field crops remain strong
Published on November 27, 2012
Organic field crop producers of all sizes have experienced very good prices and demand for their 2012 crops. Attend a December 3 organic market meeting to hear the 2013 outlook. -
Depreciation and long-term capital gains taxes
Published on November 27, 2012
What has changed from 2011 to 2012 and what may happen in 2013. -
Feeder calf buyers want preconditioned calves
Published on November 26, 2012
A survey of buyers at the October 2012 West Branch Feeder Calf Sale shows that buyers value weaned and vaccinated calves. -
Hay prices high as 2012 drought has wreaked havoc on supplies
Published on November 20, 2012
This year the hay market is a seller's market regardless of feed quality. -
Fruit farms have risk management deadline November 20
Published on November 15, 2012
Fruit farms need to take action before the Nov. 20 deadline to enroll in 2013 crop insurance program. -
Farm gifts have a deadline
Published on November 13, 2012
Major changes in the level of life-time gifting and tax exempt inheritance will change on Jan. 1, 2013. -
Composting animal mortality reduces carbon dioxide emissions
Published on November 13, 2012
By replacing a diesel fuel-fired carcass incinerator with an animal-tissue compost facility, a swine finishing facility could reduce carbon dioxide emissions by nearly 60 percent.