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Where to find sustainable farm jobs in Michigan

Published on March 13, 2025
A map, a job posting form, a webpage and a listserv connect farm employers and farmworkers.
Soil testing through MSU Extension

Published on March 11, 2025
MSU Extension home lawn and garden and commercial soil tests provide access to personalized fertilizer recommendations for thousands of Michigan residents every year.
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants

Published on March 11, 2025
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you.
Spring fertilization of garden fruits

Published on March 10, 2025
High quality garden fruit production requires proper soil fertility.
Farmer shares experience about grazing livestock in solar projects

Published on February 12, 2025
Farmers who raise sheep and cattle and local planning and zoning board members are invited to learn about solar grazing opportunities.
Farmer shares experience growing vegetables under and between solar arrays

Published on February 11, 2025
Dual-use solar is one tool that can be utilized to keep farms sustainable.
Fifth annual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference focuses on food and animal production

Published on January 27, 2025
A virtual experience offering 40 educational sessions with knowledge and resources for farmers, landowners and those interested in food and agricultural production.
Vegetable 'Ag Ideas' will focus on pillars of production for 2025

Published on January 9, 2025
Join the MSU Extension vegetable team on a webinar series dedicated to key production factors affecting vegetables.
Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation

Published on October 24, 2024
Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees.
Fundraising campaign to support Michigan State University Extension apiculture programs

Published on September 26, 2024
Make a gift to support Michigan beekeepers and honey bees.