MSU Extension Beginning Farmer

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  Michigan pesticide applicator review sessions, recertifications credits and testing options for fall 2021

  Published on October 20, 2021
  Frequently asked questions about when and where pesticide applicators can earn education credits or take the certification exam.

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  Online tool highlighting Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources released

  Published on October 6, 2021
  The Map of Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources includes videos, links and program descriptions for over 75 programs to assist beginning and aspiring farmers searching for land, credit, teaching farms, conferences and more.

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  USDA releases 2021 farmland cash rent values

  Published on September 10, 2021
  Land rent prices vary tremendously from county to county.

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  Introduction to Grain Marketing for Beginning Farmers bulletin available

  Published on September 10, 2021
  A bulletin aimed at new farmers and those who are new to grain marketing.

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  USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates

  Published on September 7, 2021
  Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services

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  Bulletin E-3416 Introduction to Grain Marketing

  Published on September 7, 2021
  Introductory bulletin on grain markets with educational information on marketing tools and strategies.

• Walk before you run

  Published on August 15, 2021
  Precision soil testing for economic results.

• Flight of Fertilizer

  Published on August 15, 2021
  Using drones for precision application of fertilizer and cover crops

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  Crop Budget Estimator (All Crops)

  Published on August 4, 2021
  Crop budget estimator tool that allows budgeting development for any crop intended to be raised.

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  Bulletin E-3415: Introduction to Crop Insurance for Field Crops released

  Published on July 13, 2021
  A new resource from the Beginning Farmers DEMaND series

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  Bulletin E-3415 Introduction to Crop Insurance for Field Crops

  Published on July 12, 2021
  An introductory bulletin for beginning farmers on insurance policies available for field crops.

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  Beginning farmers, We’ve got news for you!

  Published on June 11, 2021
  New and beginning farmers can sign up to receive a new monthly newsletter catered to their needs.

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  Land Rent Calculator

  Published on April 14, 2021
  This is an Excel tool designed to help producers consider the impact of land rent payments against their overall farm profits.

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  Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Grains (Detailed)

  Published on March 29, 2021
  This is the detailed version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool. This tool allows more in-depth analysis and budget construction.

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  Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Grains (Simple)

  Published on February 22, 2021
  This is the simple version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool. This tool allows users to develop a quick crop budget using reasonably estimated figures.

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  Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages (Simple)

  Published on February 22, 2021
  This is the simple version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages. This tool allows users to develop a quick crop budget using reasonably estimated figures.

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  Introduction to fertilizer planning for beginning farmers

  Published on January 18, 2021
  A detailed fertilizer plan helps to meet the nutrient needs of your crop at the lowest possible cost.

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  Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages (Detailed)

  Published on December 17, 2020
  This is the detailed version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages. This tool allows more in-depth analysis and budget construction.

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  Farmland Rent Considerations

  Published on February 10, 2020
  Farmland Rent Considerations focuses on understanding what factors should be considered on land rent negotiations and the tools to help in that decision.

• Hemp Regulation and Production in Michigan

  MSU Extension provides participants the opportunity to learn and understand hemp regulation and production here in Michigan.