News
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Breakfast on the Farm: Bridging the gap between consumer and farmer
Published on May 14, 2018
MSU's Breakfast on the Farm is an educational event for Michigan agriculture that gives the nonfarming community the opportunity to see the inner workings of a modern farm. -
Upper Peninsula forage research highlighted at upcoming field day
Published on May 9, 2018
Learn how to maximize your on-farm forage potential at this twilight event. -
The importance of first cutting alfalfa: Quality versus yield
Published on May 8, 2018
First cutting alfalfa has historically been the highest-yielding cutting of the year -
FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard – Part 1
Published on May 8, 2018
As of January 2018, three requirements were added to the Worker Protection Standard. -
Alfalfa management calendar for Michigan
Published on May 8, 2018
A guide for Michigan alfalfa producers on tips for managing their crop. -
FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard — Part 2
Published on May 8, 2018
The new respirator requirements for the updated Worker Protection Standard requires growers complete a respirator fit test annually. -
Michigan small farm newsletter
Published on May 1, 2018
A new newsletter aimed at small-scale farmers is now available from Michigan State University Extension. -
Michigan Agricultural Mediation Program offers free services to producers
Published on April 26, 2018
The Michigan Agricultural Mediation Program is helpful if issues arise with lenders, creditors or the USDA agencies over loans, credit, wetland determinations, farm program compliance, crop insurance or other agriculture-related topics. -
Northwestern Michigan Spring Cover Crop Field Day on May 10
Published on April 25, 2018
The fourth field walk of the season will focus on cover crop techniques for Northwest Lower Peninsula. -
Puerto Rico recovery efforts continue
Published on April 24, 2018
A long road lies ahead for the island and agriculture.