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How the Rule of 5% can unlock profits for your farm

Published on March 13, 2025
Small improvements are the key to maintaining positive farm profits.
Are you in compliance with the Earned Sick Time Act?

Published on March 13, 2025
Finalized legislation creates requirements for all employers to provide sick leave to their employees.
Data from smart farming technologies can benefit swine industry stakeholders beyond the farm

Published on March 12, 2025
Using precision livestock farming technology to improve efficiency and innovation across the swine industry for all stakeholders, including those beyond the farm.
Everything but the oink? Insights on U.S. pork variety meats in an era of trade uncertainty

Published on March 12, 2025
The imposition of tariffs could affect international demand for pork variety meat products.
Gear up for spring with the 2025 Spring Christmas Tree Meeting

Published on March 12, 2025
Get a jump start on Christmas tree insects, disease, fertilizer, and weed management for the 2025 growing season.
JBS Fed-Cattle Contract Comparison Tool

Published on March 12, 2025
The JBS Contract Comparison Tool has been updated to reflect new options and changes to JBS’s fed-cattle contracts.
Understanding the difference between compost analysis and soil tests

Published on March 12, 2025
Not all soil tests are equal, and compost requires an analysis of its own. Understanding the differences between the two is an important step to providing the best amendment for your soil.
Agricultural Resiliency Program funds four new projects

Published on March 11, 2025
The partnership among MSU, the Michigan Plant Coalition, and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will fund four new projects at $1.275 million each.
New Report Highlights Labor Challenges and Strategies for Michigan Greenhouse Growers

Published on March 11, 2025
Labor insights for floriculture industry stakeholders and policy makers
Does improved soil health lead to increased potato yields? Free soil health testing offered Spring 2025

Published on March 11, 2025
Michigan potato farmers can get up to three fields tested for soil health with a grant from the Michigan Potato Industry Commission.