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Upcoming webinar on farm financial recordkeeping software options

Published on October 18, 2024
The webinar will provide an overview of QuickBooks Online and PC Mars software packages. This free event will be held on November 21 at 10 a.m.
Slow Moving Vehicle triangles - be on the lookout!

Published on October 4, 2024
Ensuring your Slow Moving Vehicle signs are in good shape will make traveling the roads safer for farmers and other road drivers.
A brief explanation of stepped-up basis

Published on September 26, 2024
Capital gains can vary greatly based on how land is transferred.
Call for presentation proposals for the 2025 Michigan Manure Summit

Published on September 26, 2024
Proposals can be submitted by academics, teachers, farmers, consultants and for-hire manure applicators with expertise in specific manure-related topic areas.
Agrivoltaic opportunities: Grazing livestock in solar energy systems

Published on September 25, 2024
Increasing community support for agrivoltaics, the practice of farming in and around solar projects, provides an opportunity for solar developers and the Michigan sheep industry to collaboratively meet the market demand for a steady supply of quality lamb.
Make your farm dreams a reality with the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program

Published on September 19, 2024
Join this learning community of urban farmers, homesteaders, farmworkers, educational gardeners and food system changemakers on Mondays from February to November.
Agrivoltaic opportunities: Grow crops in solar energy systems

Published on September 19, 2024
Michigan farmers grow crops well suited for solar projects.
Apply now for SARE Farmer Rancher and Youth Educator Grants

Published on September 17, 2024
USDA Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education funds farmer-led innovations and connecting youth with the land.
Analyzing the costs of energy for irrigation in Michigan

Published on September 13, 2024
Considering annual energy costs in irrigation systems is critical for investment decisions.
Grants for farm research and outreach as well as building partnerships

Published on September 10, 2024
SARE grants available to foster cooperation between agriculture professionals and small groups of farmers and ranchers.