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Avian Influenza: What You Need to Know

Published on February 3, 2026
Understanding the H5N1 virus and how to stay safe.
Learn more about the USDA Value-Added Producer Grant program at this upcoming webinar

Published on January 28, 2026
See if this grant opportunity is a fit for your value-added farm business.
Virtual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With conference returns for sixth year with focus on food and livestock production

Published on January 27, 2026
A virtual experience offering nearly 35 educational sessions with knowledge and resources for farmers, landowners and those interested in food and agricultural production.
New bulletin available on farm income taxes: Am I a farm business?

Published on January 26, 2026
New resource from Michigan State University Extension’s DEMaND Series.
Beginning farmers have plenty to gain from MI Ag Ideas to Grow With

Published on January 21, 2026
Join hundreds of fellow farmers February 23 through March 5 during MI Ag Ideas to Growth With virtual conference.
Michigan to host national conference on disability in agriculture

Published on January 15, 2026
The AgrAbility project’s annual National Training Workshop is coming to Traverse City, Michigan, March 16-19, 2026.
Start the new year in compliance with the Earned Sick Time Act

Published on December 18, 2025
The Earned Sick Time Act fact sheet from MSU Extension provides detailed information and frequently asked questions related to the Earned Sick Time Act in Michigan.
MSU AgBioResearch, College of Veterinary Medicine team up for One Health research

Published on December 17, 2025
A strong partnership between AgBioResearch and the College of Veterinary Medicine leads to meaningful breakthroughs in human and animal health, agriculture and beyond.
Year-end financial planning for farmers

Published on December 16, 2025
December and January are great months to look at farm financials. You can finish up last year’s accounting, create a balance sheet and get set up to start the new year.
Explaining the new H-2A Wage Rule for Michigan growers

Published on December 12, 2025
The H-2A program provides a legal pathway for U.S. agricultural employers to hire seasonal foreign workers when domestic labor is not available.