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Third annual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference focuses on food and animal production

Published on January 19, 2023
The MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference offers an array of free educational sessions on food and animal production from February 27 through March 10.
In the Weeds podcast highlights key findings from Kellogg Biological Station research

Published on January 19, 2023
Agriculture is an intricate system of inputs and outputs. Come listen to the “In the Weeds” podcast as we explore the complexities.
Clearing up nutrient unknowns on In the Weeds podcast series

Published on January 19, 2023
“In the Weeds” podcast navigates the uncertain waters of the fertilizer markets with Kurt Steinke, MSU Extension soil fertility specialist.
Southeast Michigan Crop and Pest Management Update meeting on February 7

Published on January 17, 2023
The Crop and Pest Management Update in southeast Michigan will help growers and agribusiness professionals prepare for the 2023 growing season.
Farm Business Sessions Focus on beginning manager skills and farm succession

Published on January 4, 2023
The MI Ag Ideas to Grow With conference offers an array of educational sessions on farm development, management and succession.
Toolkit for starting a great farm mentorship program

Published on December 21, 2022
Farm educators can find templates to connect beginning farmers with mentors.
Vole management on-farm study reveals surprising levels of soybean damage

Published on December 8, 2022
An on-farm study conducted in southwest Michigan in 2022 and funded by the Michigan Soybean Committee provided insights into vole feeding in soybean fields.
Farmland Rent Considerations

Published on December 6, 2022
Farmland Rent Considerations focuses on understanding what factors should be considered on land rent negotiations and the tools to help in that decision.
Grain marketing strategies to consider for 2023

Published on December 6, 2022
Identifying tools that match your market expectations.
Lower costs with an input purchasing plan

Published on November 4, 2022
Intentional planning improves buyer decision making.
Free online farm business management course offered in November 2022

Published on November 4, 2022
Farm Money Matters: Farm Business Management is a unique online course consisting of eight self-paced modules and four producer Zoom meetings. At the end of the course, you will develop an action plan to apply concepts learned to your farm.
Michigan pesticide applicator recertification credits available in person and online before the end of the year

Published on October 31, 2022
Growers needing a few more credits to renew their pesticide applicator license have some online and in-person opportunities available.
Input Purchasing Plan Template (Excel)

Published on October 29, 2022
MS Excel based template for use in creating an input purchasing plan.
Input Purchasing Plan Template (Word)

Published on October 29, 2022
MS Word based template for use in creating an input purchasing plan
Strategies for 2023 farm inputs

Published on October 28, 2022
A November 22 MSU Extension webinar will discuss lowering your costs while maximizing your cash.
Maximize seed and chemical purchases while reducing costs

Published on October 17, 2022
Introducing new decision tools from MSU Extension.
A Field Guide To Soil Sampling

Published on October 13, 2022
Soil sampling is a foundational step to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions. This step-by-step field guide is a summary of best practices and recommendations for composite soil sampling to help you do just that.
Grants available for sustainable agriculture research and education

Published on September 6, 2022
SARE annual grant request issued.
Will gas prices keep employees at home?

Published on June 15, 2022
The cost to employees of filling their gas tank may make some think twice about driving to work. What can employers do to recognize the stress on employees and keep them working?
How profitable does 2022 look for your farm?

Published on April 12, 2022
The MSU Cash Flow Estimator can help your farm answer this question.