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Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation

Published on October 24, 2024
Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees.
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and testing for winter 2024 through spring 2025

Published on October 23, 2024
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions.
Explaining new blueberry Option Units by season, Enhanced Coverage Option and Enterprise Units for apples and cherries

Published on October 18, 2024
Videos are available that explain important details and items to consider for 2025 crop insurance decisions for apples, cherries and blueberries.
Insurance Talk With Phil and Corey - 2025 Updates to Apple and Cherry Insurance

Learn about the latest updates to apple and cherry crop insurance programs for the 2025 season.
Insurance Talk with Phil and Corey - 2025 Updates to Blueberry Insurance

Learn about the latest updates to blueberry crop insurance for the 2025 season.
Call for presentation proposals for the 2025 Michigan Manure Summit

Published on September 26, 2024
Proposals can be submitted by academics, teachers, farmers, consultants and for-hire manure applicators with expertise in specific manure-related topic areas.
Agrivoltaic opportunities: Grazing livestock in solar energy systems

Published on September 25, 2024
Increasing community support for agrivoltaics, the practice of farming in and around solar projects, provides an opportunity for solar developers and the Michigan sheep industry to collaboratively meet the market demand for a steady supply of quality lamb.
Agrivoltaic opportunities: Grow crops in solar energy systems

Published on September 19, 2024
Michigan farmers grow crops well suited for solar projects.
Make your farm dreams a reality with the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program

Published on September 19, 2024
Join this learning community of urban farmers, homesteaders, farmworkers, educational gardeners and food system changemakers on Mondays from February to November.
Late Season Weed Control

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Christy Sprague, MSU Extension weed specialist, discussing late season weed control.
Apply now for SARE Farmer Rancher and Youth Educator Grants

Published on September 17, 2024
USDA Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education funds farmer-led innovations and connecting youth with the land.
Grain Marketing

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Molly Sears, MSU assistant professor of resource economics, discussing grain marketing outlook.
Grants for farm research and outreach as well as building partnerships

Published on September 10, 2024
SARE grants available to foster cooperation between agriculture professionals and small groups of farmers and ranchers.
Maximizing Drainage Systems Efficacy

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Ehsan Ghane, MSU Extension drainage specialist, discussing maximizing drainage systems efficacy.
Storing manure on a small farm

Published on September 4, 2024
The capability to store manure reduces or eliminates the need to spread manure daily. Manure storage facilities allow small farms to store the manure until it can be removed and utilized later.
Fall harvest safety tips

Published on September 3, 2024
Some common sense tips can help prevent injuries on the farm during harvest season.
Maximizing Wheat Yields in 2025

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Dennis Pennington, MSU wheat management specialist, discussing maximizing your wheat yields in 2025.
USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates

Published on August 23, 2024
Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services
Pricing standing corn silage

Published on August 23, 2024
How to find a starting point for negotiations between buyer and seller.
Lime - one of the most important soil nutrients

The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Dr. Kurt Steinke, MSU professor and Extension Soil Fertility Specialist, discussing how lime works in soil.