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FCWG 2018-19 Learning Exchange Series Session: The Family Forest Carbon Initiative

Published on May 8, 2019
Josh Parrish of The Nature Conservancy, along with Rita Hite and Christine Cadigan of American Forests Foundation will overview the Family Forest Carbon Initiative.
USDA Cost Share Program now open for certified organic farmers

Published on May 8, 2019
USDA Certified Organic farmers may receive partial reimbursement of fees paid for certification. This program is open through Oct. 31, 2019. Farms or food businesses that have more than one certification are eligible to request cost share for each.
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – May 8, 2019

Published on May 8, 2019
Rain and cool temperatures continue to slow field activity.
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – May 8, 2019

Published on May 8, 2019
Wet soils and cool weather have slowed activity, though some planting and fieldwork is happening.
Health insurance can help you afford health care costs: Part 1

Published on May 8, 2019
Why is health insurance important? Four reasons why it can save you a bundle.
Affording health care costs: Part 2

Published on May 8, 2019
Can you save health costs with a Flexible Spending Account?
East Michigan vegetable update – May 8, 2019

Published on May 8, 2019
Planting is going along, but field prep is delayed in soils in low laying areas and soils with more clay.
4-H helps participants prepare for their futures and the world of work

Published on May 8, 2019
4-H career exploration and workforce preparation programming reaches 19,393 participants in 2018.
Early career agribusiness professional development training available

Published on May 8, 2019
Bridging the Experience Gap is an educational program for young professionals involved in agriculture who want to sharpen their skills and better understand production systems.
Onion weed control for 2019

Published on May 8, 2019
Effective weed control results in better stands and higher yields