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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.
2026 MSU Custom Work Rates Report

Published on December 12, 2025
The 2026 report covers a wide range of field machine operations.
Now available in Spanish: New pollination management resource for urban growers in the Great Lakes region

Published on December 11, 2025
A free pocket guide PDF is available in English and Spanish to help growers create and maintain native plant habitat to boost crop pollination by native bees.
High-oleic, high reward: A unique opportunity for Michigan soybean farmers

Published on December 11, 2025
High-oleic soybeans offer opportunities for increased profitability not only for soybean farmers but also dairy farmers in Michigan.
Powering the Blue Economy: How aquaculture can strengthen Michigan communities and economies

Published on December 10, 2025
Growth in Michigan aquaculture could offer increased local food security, job opportunities, and more.
Tropilaelaps mite information for beekeepers

Published on December 10, 2025
Resources for learning about Tropilaelaps spp., mites that can parasitize various species of honey bees, including Apis mellifera.
2026 Bulletins Live! Two hands-on training and open houses

Published on December 10, 2025
Catch up on new compliance requirements for pesticide applicators by attending a training or open house in February and March.
MSU Extension and USDA launch new beginning farmer resource

Published on December 9, 2025
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is now available from Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
PFAS in Michigan agriculture

Published on December 9, 2025
Recent findings have demonstrated elevated PFAS levels in agricultural soils across the world due to inadvertent introduction through land application of materials containing high levels of PFAS.
Efficacy of fungicide and miticide on liverwort control

Published on December 8, 2025
Long-term chemical control of liverwort remains elusive.