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Free trainings for educators working with beginning farmers offered this spring and summer

Published on April 23, 2025
Join us for an engaging, hands-on train-the-trainer workshop designed for educators working with beginning farmers!
Irrigation and herbicides: Benefits and challenges

Published on April 21, 2025
Applying irrigation water can bring many benefits to growers, but it also has environmental risks to watch out for.
Guidelines to assist growers with the H-2A program and immigration preparedness on the farm: Part 2

Published on April 18, 2025
Information to help community members and growers understand the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Workers program and steps for worker safety.
Michigan State University Extension and Michigan Potato Industry Commission potato seed spacing and depth research

Published on April 17, 2025
MSU Extension, in partnership with the Michigan Potato Industry Commission, conducts potato seed spacing and depth research with published factsheets highlighting year one research.
Assessing the impact of the loss of specialty crops in Michigan

Published on April 15, 2025
The full report, available from MSU Extension, highlights economic contribution and risk factors of Michigan specialty crop industries.
MSU Extension and USDA need your feedback on a new resource for farm producers

Published on April 11, 2025
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision Making Guide is a jointly created resource in the works for new farm managers and beginning farmers.
Reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act

Published on April 10, 2025
Filing not currently required for U.S. companies and persons.
Does your insurance cover damage to irrigation systems?

Published on April 9, 2025
Understanding coverage options, filing a claim, and whether your policy covers your farm needs.
Variety meat exports provide value to the U.S. beef industry

Published on March 28, 2025
The imposition of tariffs could affect international demand for beef variety meat products.
Michigan AgrAbility 2024 updates

Published on March 24, 2025
Michigan AgrAbility supports farmers with disabilities and limitations, offering equipment modifications, assistive technology and farm evaluations. In 2024, the program collaborated with partners to provide innovative solutions enhancing accessibility.