MSU Extension Beginning Farmer

• 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.

• Hemp Regulation and Production in Michigan

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

• Quality Hay and Pasture

  Getting started with understanding quality hay and pasture.

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  Tips on quality hay and pasture for beginning farmers: Part 1 - Quality

  Published on March 3, 2019
  Just about anybody can make hay and put animals out on pasture, but achieving quality goals for that forage takes knowledge, planning and effort.

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  Am I up to the physical labor of starting a new farming business?

  Published on December 20, 2018
  Many farms are equipped with up-to-date, labor saving machines and equipment, but many tasks on smaller, start-up farms require a great deal of physical effort.

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  Understanding the Farm's Financial Health: Basic Components to a Successful Business

  Published on November 28, 2018
  Understanding your farm’s financial health is the key to successfully meeting your farm goals. Michigan State University (MSU) Extension farm management educators want to help you understand this key concept.

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  2018 Beginning Farmer Webinar Series recordings now available online

  Published on July 12, 2018
  Fifteen new MSU Extension Beginning Farmer Webinars are now posted and available for free viewing.

• U-Pick Farming

  Getting started with U-Pick farming.

• Food Safety Modernization Act Basics: Am I Covered?

  Getting started with the Food Safety Modernization Act basics.

• Organic matter basics

  Published on February 19, 2018
  Getting started with organic matter basics.