Fruit & Nuts
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Michigan State University Extension to host Planning for Profit Workshop for farmers
Published on December 3, 2024
Michigan State University Extension will host a two-day workshop focused on budgeting and marketing in order to maximize producer profit. -
Feedback sought on new resource for new and beginning farmers at 2024 GLEXPO
Published on December 3, 2024
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision Making Guide is a new jointly created resource in the works from MSU Extension and USDA. -
Tree fruit sessions at the 2024 Great Lakes Expo
Published on November 22, 2024
Learn about integrated pest management, drones, cider and more this December at the Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market Expo. -
Preparing vines for winter: Research-driven approaches to cold hardiness in vineyards
Published on November 19, 2024
Essential strategies and best practices to protect grapevines from winter stress and ensure a thriving growing season. -
Entrenamiento sobre la Seguridad del Manejo de los Pesticidas y la Protección del Trabajador ofrecido en inglés y en español 12 de diciembre en Great Lakes Expo 2024
Published on November 14, 2024
Por la tarde, los participantes podrán tomar el examen RUP de certificación para la aplicación de Pesticidas de Uso Restringido de MDARD y también podrán recibir la capacitación sobre el Estándar de Protección al Trabajador requerida por la EPA WPS. -
Common apple pests and diseases poster in Spanish and English now available
Published on November 8, 2024
Available in print and PDF, this poster serves as a quick ID guide for common apple pests and disease and the damage they can cause. -
Farm Financial Wellbeing Worksheet walkthrough
MSU Extension farm business management educator Florencia Colella provides a walkthrough across a sample farm financial wellbeing worksheet.
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Common Apple Pests and Diseases/Plagas y Enfermedades Comunes del Manzano
Published on November 8, 2024
This poster serves as a quick ID guide for common apple pests and disease and the damage they can cause. -
Understanding farm financial wellbeing
Published on November 8, 2024
Skilled farm decision-making considers overall farm and household wellbeing, of which finances are an important component. -
Negotiating reasonable land rent in times of low market prices
Published on November 5, 2024
How can you, the farm manager, help your landowners understand the impacts of lower prices and high input costs on profits? -
Crop insurance for fruit growers: Update for the 2025 crop year
Published on October 30, 2024
There have been a number of recent updates to the crop insurance policies available to Michigan fruit farmers. -
Fall-time farm management decisions and how Michigan State University Extension can help
Published on October 30, 2024
Fall is a great time to review your farm production year’s status and outlook. Free education and resources are available to help make difficult decisions or adjustments for successful farm management. -
New to crop insurance? See the ‘Beginner’s Guide to Crop Insurance’ by USDA
Published on October 30, 2024
The “Beginners Guide to Crop Insurance,” recently released by the USDA Risk Management Agency, is available in Spanish and English. -
The what, why and how of organic: Resources and recordings available
Published on October 29, 2024
Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification. -
Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation
Published on October 24, 2024
Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees. -
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and testing for winter 2024 through spring 2025
Published on October 23, 2024
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions. -
Explaining new blueberry Option Units by season, Enhanced Coverage Option and Enterprise Units for apples and cherries
Published on October 18, 2024
Videos are available that explain important details and items to consider for 2025 crop insurance decisions for apples, cherries and blueberries. -
Insurance Talk With Phil and Corey - 2025 Updates to Apple and Cherry Insurance
Learn about the latest updates to apple and cherry crop insurance programs for the 2025 season.
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Insurance Talk with Phil and Corey - 2025 Updates to Blueberry Insurance
Learn about the latest updates to blueberry crop insurance for the 2025 season.
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Make your farm dreams a reality with the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program
Published on September 19, 2024
Join this learning community of urban farmers, homesteaders, farmworkers, educational gardeners and food system changemakers on Mondays from February to November.