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PSM researchers work with Michigan agriculture

Published on February 26, 2022
Researchers with the Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences (PSM) work directly with stakeholders to increase productivity and sustainability for Michigan’s diverse agriculture industries.
Tax planning in the summer? Starting early could yield results

Published on August 26, 2021
Taking the time to evaluate your tax situation now can yield big dividends when you finalize your tax management plan at the end of the year.
Michigan State University to host dry bean and sugarbeet field day

Published on July 28, 2021
MSU and industry researchers will discuss current issues impacting dry beans and sugarbeets at the Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center in Frankenmuth, Michigan, on Tuesday, Aug. 24 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
MSU greenhouses: Infrastructure that leads to innovation

Published on April 29, 2021
Greenhouses are an invaluable resource for faculty and students, but to maintain MSU’s leadership in plant science, upgrades are critical.
Farms with no employees can still benefit from the Paycheck Protection Program

Published on March 6, 2021
Self-employed farmers can apply for PPP loan funds based on their 2020 gross income. Application deadline is March 31.
Central Michigan Dry Bean Grower Update held March 8

Published on March 1, 2021
Learn about MSU research and industry updates for the 2021 growing season.
Coronavirus relief programs for nontraditional commodities webinar to be held Tuesday, Nov. 24

Published on November 20, 2020
Join us to learn more about how these valuable programs can benefit your farm and what they might mean for your farm taxes.
MSU updates budgeting tools for grain producers

Published on November 6, 2020
With the presence of uncertainties, making well-informed decisions on the farm has never been more important.
Consumer opinions matter: Row crop farmers, are you listening?

Published on November 4, 2020
Connecting with the consumer is an important part of marketing farm commodities.
A new online record keeping tool is available for conservation planning

Published on November 3, 2020
The Computer Assisted Nutrient Management Planning Program (CANMaPP) is a free, online record keeping tool available to help track on-farm conservation practices.