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Join the Michigan CSA Network Listserv

Published on November 17, 2022
Listserv will connect network of CSA farmers and support organizations.
Lower costs with an input purchasing plan

Published on November 4, 2022
Intentional planning improves buyer decision making.
Michigan pesticide applicator recertification credits available in person and online before the end of the year

Published on October 31, 2022
Growers needing a few more credits to renew their pesticide applicator license have some online and in-person opportunities available.
Visit 26 innovative farms with new farmers in the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program

Published on October 31, 2022
Organic Farmer Training Program participants are learning to farm by seeing what is possible.
Input Purchasing Plan Template (Excel)

Published on October 29, 2022
MS Excel based template for use in creating an input purchasing plan.
Input Purchasing Plan Template (Word)

Published on October 29, 2022
MS Word based template for use in creating an input purchasing plan
Strategies for 2023 farm inputs

Published on October 28, 2022
A November 22 MSU Extension webinar will discuss lowering your costs while maximizing your cash.
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.
MSU Organic Farmer Training Program now in Detroit and East Lansing

Published on September 16, 2022
New partnership with Keep Growing Detroit leads to a hands-on learning site.
Insurance options for fruit growers bulletin now available

Published on July 22, 2022
A new bulletin from MSU Extension explores the basics of crop insurance available to fruit producers and presents how its use can benefit your farm.
Bulletin E-3426 Insurance Options for Fruit Growers

Published on July 20, 2022
This publication outlines insurance and risk management options available to Michigan fruit growers.
Reducing heat stress for you and your employees

Published on June 22, 2022
Heat stress can be an issue for you and your employees, even in a northern state like Michigan. Multiple 90+ degree days during spring 2022 brought that to light for many of us working in agriculture.
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.
Pollinator supportive trees and shrubs for farm and orchard windbreaks

Published on April 8, 2022
Fruit growers can support bee health and other wildlife by thoughtfully selecting woody plants for their windbreaks.
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.
Bulletin E-3424 Marketing Fresh Produce via Direct to Consumer and Intermediated Markets

Published on March 31, 2022
The guide provides an overview of direct and intermediated marketing channels, including quality standards, insurance and food safety considerations, communication, skills, pricing, and typical customer profiles.
Presenter Panel Discussion of the Week's Pest Topics

Attendees submitted questions to the expert panel of presenters from the week's fruit sessions. The panel spent the Friday hour answering attendee submitted questions based on the week's topics.
Key Wildlife Pests of Fruit and How to Promote and Protect Pollinators in Fruit Systems

Learn more about key wildlife pests to be on the lookout for as well as how you can promote and protect pollinators on your operation.
Key Insect Pests and Diseases of Small Fruits

Diseases and pests can show up quickly to ruin fruit crops. This video will help you learn the basics, including management strategies, for important small fruit diseases and pests common in our region.