News

New Farm Management Experience Resource Guide released by MSU Extension

Published on February 19, 2022
This publication is intended to assist beginning farmers in better understanding and demonstrating management experience
Sign up now for the 2022 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program

Published on January 31, 2022
Hands-on, goal-oriented learning beginning March 7, 2022.
Supply-chains, carbon credits, and market outlook headline Michigan Ag Credit conference

Published on November 10, 2021
Over 80 attendees from Michigan's agricultural banking and credit industry came to East Lansing to attend the event.
USDA grant will engage Michigan farmers to create trainings for beginning farmers

Published on November 3, 2021
This collaborative project is engaging community-based beginning farmer programs and beginning farmers to create educational resources and trainings for educators in Michigan.
Enterprise budgets are useful tools especially during uncertain times

Published on October 25, 2021
Understanding your assumptions about costs and revenues helps you better predict future profitability.
Planning and zoning guide for solar energy systems available for local officials and landowners

Published on October 14, 2021
Guide will help Michigan communities meet the challenge of becoming solar-ready by addressing solar energy systems within planning policies and zoning regulations.
Cut flower farming: Is it right for you?

Published on October 14, 2021
Considerations and resources for aspiring cut flower farmers in Michigan.
MSU Extension introduces Fertilizer Cost Comparison Tool

Published on October 12, 2021
New Fertilizer Cost Comparison Tool is designed to help producers weigh the decision of purchasing expensive fertilizer products.
MSU to host virtual field day on practical strategies for responsible use of antimicrobials in livestock production

Published on October 8, 2021
October 26 event titled "Management Over Medication in Livestock Production" will focus on practical strategies for responsible use of antimicrobials in food animals raised on farms of any size, and why this is important
Online tool highlighting Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources released

Published on October 6, 2021
The Map of Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources includes videos, links and program descriptions for over 75 programs to assist beginning and aspiring farmers searching for land, credit, teaching farms, conferences and more.