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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.
To apply or not to apply potassium fertilizer in 2022, that is the question

Published on April 7, 2022
Soybean producers can make important potash allocation decisions this spring by combining information contained in recent soil test reports and the new tri-state fertilizer recommendations.
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.
MSU Cash Flow Estimator

Published on March 14, 2022
The MSU Cash Flow Estimator is intended to help farm managers create a cash flow projection for their business.
Tips for improving the performance of your drainage system

Published on March 2, 2022
Learn which pipe removes water the quickest and which pipe properties increase water entry into the pipe.
Reprints of the 2022 MSU Weed Control Guide for Field Crops are available

Published on March 2, 2022
Resources on alternative herbicide options this year will be important with impending herbicide shortages.
Compost handling in agriculture systems: Right-to-Farm coverage of on-farm compost production

Published on March 2, 2022
Part six of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms.
Consider conducting an on-farm soybean research trial in 2022

Published on March 2, 2022
Producers can learn new information about how new products, management practices and equipment perform on their farms by conducting replicated research trials.
Compost handling in agriculture systems: Land application

Published on February 19, 2022
Part five of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms.
Compost handling in agriculture systems: compost transfer and equipment calibration

Published on February 14, 2022
Part four of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms.
Upper Peninsula project monitors water conditions on clay soils

Published on February 11, 2022
Using high-tech monitoring equipment, MSU Extension worked with local farmers in 2021 to explore effectiveness of innovative approaches to improving soil drainage on challenging clay soils.
Compost handling in agriculture systems: Appropriate storage options

Published on February 8, 2022
Part three of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms.
Sign up now for the 2022 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program

Published on January 31, 2022
Hands-on, goal-oriented learning beginning March 7, 2022.
Second careers in sustainable agriculture

Published on January 18, 2022
MSU Organic Farmer Training Program and other MSU programs welcome retirees and career-shifters starting farms.
Compost handling in agriculture systems: Disease-suppressing and growth-promoting composts

Published on January 14, 2022
Part two of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms.
Compost handling in agriculture systems: How is compost made?

Published on January 12, 2022
Part one of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms.