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Powering Michigan Agriculture Conference panel speaker: Energy efficiency benefits turkey production

Published on February 3, 2016
Panel member will address the impact of energy efficiency practices implemented on a Michigan turkey farm at the Powering Michigan Agriculture with Renewable Energy Conference.
Purchasing decisions increasingly based on environmental factors

Published on February 1, 2016
Less packaging is not just the preference of young consumers.
Celebrate the International Year of Pulses with Michigan dry beans

Published on January 18, 2016
In Michigan, the International Year of Pulses means the International Year of Dry Beans.
Evaluating your agritourism operation in the off-season

Published on January 4, 2016
Winter can be a great opportunity to sharpen your agritourism business strategy.
Michigan 2016 Wine Grape Vineyard Establishment Conference announced

Published on December 7, 2015
The February 2016 Wine Grape Vineyard Establishment Conference will provide essential elements for those exploring entry into Michigan’s expanding winery industry.
Compost increases the water holding capacity of droughty soils

Published on October 16, 2015
How to choose compost that increases the soil’s water holding capacity.
Lay the groundwork 2016 direct farm market production

Published on September 17, 2015
Direct farm marketers can start anew with tips for marketing, new crops, and commercial food product development by participating in the Direct Farm Marketing Groundwork November 4.
Water use of biomass crops

Published on August 25, 2015
Michigan State University study shows that key biomass crops use similar amounts of water as corn.
Renewable Energy Fair features ways to becoming energy efficient and independent

Published on June 3, 2015
Visit the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Fair June 25-27 for information on how to lower energy costs and achieve greater energy independence.
Annual Michigan Renewable Energy Fair returns June 26-27, 2015

Published on April 17, 2015
Save money in your home and business by becoming more energy efficient and energy independent.