News
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Should producers chase after yield?
Published on November 13, 2019
American farmers continually strive for higher yields. Something encouraged by the current pricing structure of raw agricultural products, but is chasing yield necessarily a good thing?
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Farm stress emphasis at 2019 Great Lakes EXPO
Published on November 4, 2019
High input costs, low prices and variable weather have increased farm related stress. To aid farmers, the 2019 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable & Farm Market EXPO will have a daylong workshop to identify and deal with stress-related issues.
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Consider the risks associated with animal intrusion in fields before harvest
Published on November 4, 2019
Learn more about the risks associated with the three main types of animal intrusion a grower may find during a preharvest wildlife assessment.
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2020 Drainage Workshop to teach drainage concepts and design
Published on October 25, 2019
Learn about drainage concepts and how to design drainage systems with crop production and water quality in mind on Feb. 12-13, 2020, in East Lansing, Michigan.
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Interactive social media workshop emphasizes methods to grow your social media presence
Published on October 22, 2019
Register for an interactive workshop emphasizing social media 101, top 10 best practices and mastering your return on investment from social media for new to advanced growers and business owners.
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Benchmarking and financial comparisons of Michigan farms participating in Telfarm
Published on October 14, 2019
Recent years have shown financial struggles for Michigan Dairy Farms. This article details the numbers behind these for Michigan farms participating in TelFarm.
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Survey input from industrial hemp growers needed for MSU research and Extension efforts
Published on October 7, 2019
Input regarding industrial hemp production practices and challenges will help ensure MSU research and Extension efforts can benefit industrial hemp growers.
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Understanding crop Insurance options & USDA risk programs: Part 2
Published on September 26, 2019
Farm business management considerations after prevent plant and delayed.
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Involve the lender sooner, not later Part 3
Published on September 26, 2019
Considerations for the farm business after prevent plant and delayed planting.
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What lending options work best for the farm Part 4
Published on September 26, 2019
Considerations for the farm business after prevent plant and delayed planting.
