Organic Agriculture
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Southeast Michigan Small Farm Needs Assessment
Published on April 11, 2019
MSU Extension experts created a comprehensive survey sent out to over 200 small farmers in Southeast Michigan and conducted a focus group in Washtenaw County. The document outlines the results of their research. -
Cover Crop Types and Uses on Your Farm
Getting started with understanding the types of cover crops and the uses on your farm.
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MSU Student Organic Farm 2018 Annual Report: Affirming the Unique Opportunities of a University Educational Farm
Published on March 29, 2019
The MSU Student Organic Farm 2018 Annual Report highlights the impact of their diverse programming and the partnerships that make them an asset to the MSU community -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Organic Garlic Production - E3371
Published on April 24, 2018
What you need to know about getting started with organic garlic production, including soil preparation, planting and management. -
Michigan honey is always in season
Published on March 22, 2018
Thank your local honey bees for this sweet treat. -
Organic matter basics
Published on February 19, 2018
Getting started with organic matter basics. -
Raising woods-grazed pigs on new farms
Published on July 25, 2017
Some new farmers in the northern Michigan woodlands are breaking into farming by raising pigs in woods pasture. -
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. -
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. -
Getting started with Hoophouse Management: Beginning farmer webinar series
Published on December 30, 2016
In response to widespread interest in season extension, Michigan State University Extension is offering a “Getting Started with Hoophouse Management” webinar as part of its Beginning Farmer Webinar Series. -
Getting Your Land Ready to Grow Organically - Certified or Not
Soil health and getting your farm’s soil ready to produce organically.
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Basics of farm business planning and financial readiness
Published on May 17, 2016
Getting started with farm business planning and financial readiness. -
Basic of Farm Business Planning and Financial Readiness
Getting started with farm business planning and financial readiness.
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Accepting Food Assistance Benefits to Increase Sales
Getting started with accepting food assistance benefits to increase sales.
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Irrigation on Small Farms
Getting started with irrigation on small farms.