Resources

Spongy Moth Life Cycle

Published on April 27, 2022
Spongy moth, formerly gypsy moth, completes one generation each year. Eggs hatch in spring, typically between early and mid-May in much of Lower Michigan, and in late May or mid-June further north.
A Virus and a Fungal Disease Cause Spongy Moth Outbreaks to Collapse

Published on April 27, 2022
Two diseases that affect spongy moth, formerly gypsy moth, caterpillars are the most important factors causing outbreaks to collapse. One disease is a nucleopolyhedrosis virus (NPV) and the other is a fungus called Entomophaga maimaiga.
Farm to Institution Food Safety Basics

Published on April 20, 2022
Institutional buyers have a variety of options to verify their produce suppliers’ food safety practices. This resource includes videos, case studies, and links to additional information to learn about on-farm produce safety practices.
Creating and Understanding The Cash Flow Statement

Published on April 18, 2022
Videos outlining how a cash flow statement is created, what information is provided, and how statements are used to better understand your farm business.
Creating an Income Statement for Your Farm

Published on April 16, 2022
Videos outlining types of income statements and how to create them
Balance Sheet Walkthrough Videos

Published on April 7, 2022
A series of videos that walkthrough each section of a balance sheet.
Production Record Accuracy Check Template

Published on April 6, 2022
A Microsoft Excel tool to assist producers with reconciling production records for accuracy and completeness.
Bulletin E-3424 Marketing Fresh Produce via Direct to Consumer and Intermediated Markets

Published on March 31, 2022
The guide provides an overview of direct and intermediated marketing channels, including quality standards, insurance and food safety considerations, communication, skills, pricing, and typical customer profiles.
Michigan Blueberry Facts: La Mosquita de la Agalla del Arándano (E3191SP)

Published on March 29, 2022
Esta hoja informativa le proporciona información sobre la biología y el manejo de la mosquita de la agalla del arándano en los arándanos de Michigan.
Michigan Blueberry Facts: El Escarabajoe Japones (E2845SP)

Published on March 28, 2022
Esta hoja informativa brinda información general sobre el escarabajo japonés y los enfoques de manejo para su control en arándanos y otros frutales perennes de Michigan.