News

New products in the news: Are you reading a sales pitch?

Published on March 1, 2020
Knowing when an article is really an advertisement can help you make smart decisions.
Farmland Rent Considerations - Part 1: Farmland rent - past, present and future

Published on February 11, 2020
This series covers the factors you should take into consideration when renting out your farm land.
Curious or concerned about GMOs? Visit MSU’s GMO website for more information.

Published on December 6, 2019
MSU’s GMO website is a regularly updated source for science-based information on GMOs and the genetics, physiology and other aspects related to modern agriculture.
Soil pore structure key to carbon storage

Published on December 5, 2019
A window to the microbial world of carbon cycling
Animal based soil amendments: FSMA compliance tools for produce growers

Published on June 21, 2019
New resources for growers and educators help farmers meet new standards.
Developing the leaders you need

Published on February 18, 2019
When farm owners extend their view of employee development farther, much farther, they develop their business as they develop their employees.
Wood products and the future of the forest industry

Published on December 6, 2018
Michigan’s forest industry produces a huge array of products, including paper, lumber, panels and everyday items that come from wood.
Incentives aid greenhouses and nurseries in implementing energy efficiency practices

Published on October 12, 2018
USDA Rural Development REAP application due soon!
Making wise renewable energy and energy conservation investment decisions

Published on September 14, 2018
Web-based educational resources available to farmers.
Michigan Pollinator Habitat Planning Scorecard for Solar Sites now available

Published on June 13, 2018
Here are guidelines for habitat to benefit wild pollinators around solar sites.