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Interviewing employees on the way out
Published on October 11, 2011
Exit interviews with departing employees can provide valuable information to farm managers to help sharpen management, correct mistakes and retain employees -
It is not too late to plant cover crops
Published on October 10, 2011
Cereal rye is a hardy versatile plant that is one of the best choices for Michigan farmers to use as a cover crop. -
Corn stover makes excellent beef cow feed, run your numbers
Published on October 7, 2011
Beef cow feeding utilizing crop residue -
Farmers markets offer opportunity for livestock producers to sell directly to consumers
Published on October 7, 2011
Consumers are seeking out locally produced meat products -
Successful Breakfast on the Farm held in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Published on October 6, 2011
Over 1,000 people experienced life on a modern dairy farm in Pickford, Michigan. -
The top 3 records needed for manure application
Published on October 5, 2011
GAAMPs for Manure require yearly manure sampling and testing, records of manure applications and recent soil tests. Fall is a good time to review your records. -
Michigan’s Right To Farm celebrates 30 years
Published on October 5, 2011
The Right to Farm Act affects everyone. A wide variety of crop and livestock production strengthens our farm economy and helps to enhance the natural environment. -
So you want to write a farmer/rancher grant
Published on October 3, 2011
Follow these important tips for writing a successful NCR-SARE farmer/rancher grant proposal. -
Got innovative youth education ideas? Get funded!
Published on October 3, 2011
Details you should follow when submitting a grant proposal to the NCR-SARE Youth and Youth Educator Grant Program for sustainable agriculture. -
NCR-SARE Farmer Rancher Grant Program
Published on October 3, 2011
Have a great idea about how to enhance sustainable agriculture and your farm’s future? Consider writing a NCR-SARE Farmer Rancher grant!