MSU Extension Beginning Farmer

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  Michigan pesticide applicator review sessions, recertifications credits and testing options for fall 2021

  Published on October 20, 2021
  Frequently asked questions about when and where pesticide applicators can earn education credits or take the certification exam.

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  Online tool highlighting Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources released

  Published on October 6, 2021
  The Map of Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources includes videos, links and program descriptions for over 75 programs to assist beginning and aspiring farmers searching for land, credit, teaching farms, conferences and more.

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  USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates

  Published on September 7, 2021
  Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services

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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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  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.

• Getting Started with Chestnuts

  A primer on the Michigan chestnut industry from MSU Extension educator Erin Lizotte.

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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.

• Pruning Small Fruits

  Getting started with pruning small fruits.

• Pruning Fruit Trees

  Getting started with pruning fruit trees

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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.

• MSU Organic Farmer Training Program equips next generation of farmers

  Published on December 6, 2018
  MSU Organic Farmer Training Program is seeking applicants for 2019 cohort.

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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.

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  Should you consider a U-pick enterprise?

  Published on February 5, 2018
  Consider the advantages and challenges carefully before starting a “pick-your-own” operation.

• New recorded programs available on MSU Extension Beginning Farmer website

  Published on July 14, 2017
  For those interested in new farm enterprises, these recorded presentations by MSU Extension educators and other experts offer a free, online opportunity to learn about the basics.

• Planning and Operating a Mixed Fruit Orchard

  Learn how to plan and manage your own mixed fruit orchard and be profitable.

• An introduction to blueberries webinar

  Published on March 29, 2017
  Getting started with blueberries.

• Crop nutrient management for beginning farmers

  Published on February 22, 2017
  New and less experienced farmers have options to consider regarding their crop nutrient programs.

• Beginning Farmer webinar to address maple syrup production

  Published on January 6, 2017
  Participants will gain an overview of what it takes to produce and market quality maple products.

• Growing Cider Apples

  The basics of growing cider apples.

• Integrated Pest Management Resources at MSU Webinar

  Getting started with Integrated Pest Management resources at MSU Webinar