MSU Extension Beginning Farmer

• Getting started with soil improvement: An overview for beginners – Part 1

  Published on January 28, 2014
  New farmers can benefit from careful assessment of their farm’s soils and planning for crop rotations and use of cover crops.

• Dependable information for beginning farmers – where can it be found?

  Published on December 30, 2013
  Research-based information sources are a good place to start.

• Grant funding for growers -- Part II

  Published on March 16, 2013
  While not plentiful, grant opportunities for growers do exist. Here is a brief list of grants offered to Michigan growers.