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Compost handling in agriculture systems: How is compost made?
Published on January 12, 2022
Part one of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms. -
MSU Organic Farmer Training Program graduates grow their farm vision
Published on December 23, 2021
Nineteen talented beginning and aspiring farmers gain skills to grow food and community. -
What do I need to know about lead before planting vegetables?
Published on December 22, 2021
In situations where heavy metals may be high in the soil, selecting certain vegetables to grow can lower the risk of heavy metal exposure. -
Constructively commenting on the revised FSMA water rule
Published on December 22, 2021
Growers can comment on revisions to the proposed produce safety water rule, Subpart E of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule. Learn how to comment effectively and make sure industry’s voice is heard in the proposed rule. -
New edition of cover crop field guide released
Published on November 24, 2021
The Midwest Cover Crops Field Guide has been revised to include updated and new information on cover crops and their use. -
5th annual Michigan Chinook Cup and Wild Card Competition
Published on November 24, 2021
HGM hop grower members should submit Brewers Cut samples by December 15, 2021. -
Somewhere for the pollinators to go: A case study of establishing large-scale pollinator habitat
Published on November 22, 2021
Establishing pollinator habitat through the Bee & Butterfly Habitat Fund’s Seed a Legacy Program in southeast Michigan. -
Production of biochar
Published on November 18, 2021
Webinar Thursday November 18 -
USDA grant will engage Michigan farmers to create trainings for beginning farmers
Published on November 3, 2021
This collaborative project is engaging community-based beginning farmer programs and beginning farmers to create educational resources and trainings for educators in Michigan. -
Plant-eating nematodes and the key to fighting them
Published on November 3, 2021
Plant roots interact with many bacteria, fungi and microscopic organisms within the soil that can impact how well the plants grow. Some of these microscopic organisms are nematodes, and they are an especially important part of the life in the soil. -
Biochar: Webinar series from the Great Lakes Biochar Network
Published on October 27, 2021
First webinar is Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021. -
Cut flower farming: Is it right for you?
Published on October 14, 2021
Considerations and resources for aspiring cut flower farmers in Michigan. -
Soil health assessment tool now available for Michigan farmers
Published on October 13, 2021
In-field tool tracks soil health improvements. -
New MSU podcast focuses on agriculture and wildlife interactions
Published on October 12, 2021
The MSU Ag and Wildlife Podcast explores the complex nature of agriculture and wildlife interactions in Michigan. -
Online tool highlighting Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources released
Published on October 6, 2021
The Map of Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources includes videos, links and program descriptions for over 75 programs to assist beginning and aspiring farmers searching for land, credit, teaching farms, conferences and more. -
Planning for irrigation expansion starts now
Published on September 20, 2021
High commodity prices and short stints of drought have many producers thinking about expanding irrigation. -
Free texting service helps growers teach workers about produce safety
Published on September 16, 2021
To help growers and supervisors overcome produce safety challenges, MSU Extension has created a free farm worker-focused, on-farm produce safety texting service. -
Protecting Michigan’s environment and wildlife through the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program
Published on September 1, 2021
The program offers financial benefits for farmers and landowners and environmental improvements for Michigan. -
Addressing labor challenges together
Published on August 17, 2021
Help us understand the current workforce needs of agricultural operations across Michigan. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – Aug. 3, 2021
Published on August 3, 2021
West central Michigan remains under moderated drought conditions, which may affect blueberry fruit quality and yields in fields with limited supplemental irrigation.