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USDA's disaster program available for weather-related crop losses

Published on September 11, 2020
Producers with crop losses due to drought in 2018 or excessive rain in 2019 may qualify for USDA’s WHIP+ disaster program.
How can food businesses be transparent?

Published on September 11, 2020
Consumers are critical of food industry claims. Increasingly, businesses need to prove what they say is true by being transparent.
Midwest Cover Crop tool has been updated to better help farmers

Published on September 11, 2020
Friendlier interface, more accurate seeding dates and assistance with cover crop decisions are all good reasons you should try this tool.
How do I build a commercial kitchen at home or on my farm?

Published on September 11, 2020
Steps to take before construction.
Have you ever wondered?

Published on September 11, 2020
Do you run faster with or without shoes? Why do some animals use camouflage? Do all apples taste the same? Teaching Science When You Don’t Know Diddly-Squat helps youth discover the answers to questions like these.
Michigan 4-H ranks first nationwide in JOANN 4-H partnership

Published on September 11, 2020
In the spring 2020 JOANN Pay it Fourward Campaign, Michigan 4-H ranked first in the nation raising $7,072.
Reflections on cover crop use in Michigan

Published on September 11, 2020
Tools, species, and other developments offer more alternatives to fit cover crops into your rotation.
Intro to recordkeeping for farm businesses

Published on September 11, 2020
Learn the basics of farm accounting in this short article.
Detect and avoid nematode problems in your fruit planting

Published on September 11, 2020
Fall is the time to take soil samples for nematode testing.
Being “SepticSmart” ensures the health of your family, lake and waterfront investment

Published on September 11, 2020
Learn how being septicsmart can bring important safeguards to you and the environment.