Resources

MSU Farm Bill Analyzer 2026

Published on September 16, 2025
This spreadsheet is designed to help producers make the decision between the Farm Bill programs administered by USDA.
Respiratory Protection Requirements in Agriculture – Guidance & Resources

Published on September 12, 2025
A practical guide for agricultural producers on complying with EPA, MDARD, MIOSHA and OSHA standards to ensure safe respirator use and worker protection. An accessible format for visually impaired users is also available.
Update on U.S. Farm Income and Exports

Published on September 11, 2025
This document provides an update on U.S. farm income and exports based on the Outlook for Agricultural Trade and Farm Sector Income Forecast released by the USDA's Economic Research Service.
Soybean Irrigation Management

Published on September 10, 2025
This bulletin provides guidance on soybean irrigation management, covering growth stage water needs, scheduling methods, soil moisture monitoring, disease risk reduction, and agronomy practices for maximizing yield under irrigation.
Michigan Cabbage Cost of Production 2024

Published on September 4, 2025
This bulletin reports 2024 Michigan cabbage costs: $7,700/acre for fresh and $4,140/acre for processing. Revenues exceeded costs, with small profits. Harvest and labor dominate expenses, while fixed costs are a smaller share.
Michigan Apple Cost of Production 2025

Published on September 2, 2025
This report summarizes our findings related to the costs of producing apples in Michigan.
Ask Extension and the Lawn and Garden Hotline highlights - 2024

Published on August 28, 2025
Michigan State University Extension educators and volunteers respond to thousands of inquiries from Michigan residents each year.
Controlled Drainage Beyond Flat Fields

Published on August 28, 2025
Controlled drainage has long been recommended for flat fields but new research from Michigan State University is challenging that recommendation. This bulletin shares results from a paired-field study that evaluated controlled drainage on a Michigan field.
Unveiling the True Potential of Saturated Buffers

Published on August 28, 2025
A saturated buffer is a conservation drainage practice that targets nitrate in tile drainage discharge. A new Michigan State University study used a paired-field approach to compare a saturated buffer to a free drainage control field.
USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates

Published on August 22, 2025
Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services